Press Releases
In Loving Memory of Tina Anderson
“Spread love everywhere you go. Let no one ever come to you without leaving happier.” – Mother Teresa Tina Anderson lived by this quote. If you met Tina, or were ever in her presence, then you will agree that she radiated love and happiness to all around her. An advocate for those less
Volunteers of America Honors Dedicated Volunteers at their Annual Appreciation Luncheon
Volunteers of America Honors Dedicated Volunteers at their Annual Appreciation Luncheon A Sunday school class, caring individuals and long-time supporters were among those honored for exceptional service to Volunteers of America North Louisiana during our annual Volunteer Luncheon. About 130 people gathered for the celebration at East Ridge Country Club. “Each of you here
Over 60 Home Depot Associates Volunteer at Veterans Home
Over 60 Home Depot Associates Volunteer at Veterans Home More than 60 members of Team Depot, The Home Depot’s associate-led volunteer force, volunteered on their day off today and worked to transform our Veterans Transitional Living Facility. As part of a district-wide project, 9 stores from Shreveport to East Texas participated in the annual
Lowes Home Improvement Employees Volunteer at the LightHouse
Employees from Lowes Home Improvement Stores Make Significant Improvements to Bossier LightHouse site More than 30 employees from our three local Lowes Home Improvement stores in Bossier City and Shreveport teamed up to repair, paint and improve the Volunteers of America’s LightHouse site in Bossier City. Volunteer projects throughout the two workdays included: Painting
Children and Families Programs Receive Generous Grants
Children and Families Programs Receive Generous Grants Volunteers of America North Louisiana’s children and families programs, The LightHouse and partnership with Communities In Schools, receive a $335,000 grant from the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and United Way of Northwest Louisiana. This year’s award breakdown is $35,000 from the United Way of Northwest Louisiana and $300,000
Keiontae’s Story
Keiontae, a 2018 Byrd High School graduate, has a bright future and one thing is certain—he will be working. While attending high school, Keiontae had the opportunity to learn a secondary trade at the Caddo Career and Technical Center. This duel-enrollment led to a job shadow his senior year at Holmes Honda. He knew this is