Fundraiser

In the wake of last week's shootings in Lafayette, the Better Business Bureau of Acadiana and BBB Wise Giving Alliance advise awareness of fund - raising during such times of tragedy.

Signs, banners, decals and t-shirts available tonight (Wednesday, July 29) at Cajun Field from 5:30-7:30 PM.

They're planning an even better event this year, with a new and improved Game Zone X, including Extreme Laser Tag!

Brian from Social visited with CJ and Debbie Ray and made their Martinis 2015 contest cocktail, the Oooh, Mami.

Lafayette Animal Aid is hosting a fundraiser to support its efforts in Acadiana on August 22 at L'Eglise in Abbeville.

Stories of heroism and selfless acts are coming out, and these two women are part of those stories. Find out how you can become a part of the recovery.

The United Way of Acadiana will benefit from the Inaugural Barbecue Cook-Off, Jeep ride and car show "United for the Ride of Life", presented by Cargill Salt.

Pizza Artista is holding a fundraiser for Miles Perret and Animal Rescue Foundation July 27 - 30.

The United Way of Acadiana's Stuff The Bus campaign helps supply kids with the 'write' stuff.

Andrew from Ruffino's On The River visited with CJ and Debbie Ray and made their Martinis 2015 contest cocktail, the Heartbreaker!

Parish Brewing was the location, and over 400 people came out for the pet adoptions, booths, food and drink, all to support the cause.

Steve Gleason is a hero to Who Dat Nation. The statue outside the Mercedes Benz Superdome is a tribute to more than a blocked punt. It's emblematic of the resilience of the people of New Orleans in particular, and gulf coast residents in general. Steve typifies that. He's asking for help, not for himself.

The Thomas family of Youngsville lost their house to a lightning strike last month; friends and neighbors are hosting a fundraiser to help them.

Participating teachers have submitted a Wish List. Organizations, companies or individuals can adopt a teacher and help fulfill their list.

Cajun Paws Rescue is a non-profit organization in Lafayette, Louisiana that focuses on rescuing Pit Bull and Pit Bull mixes from being euthanized.

Cajun Harley-Davidson is the location for a benefit for Amelia McCracking, 7 months old, who was diagnosed with cancer.

The Bayou Church is offering two performances of an original musical entitled Esther: A Musical About Trusting God's Timing on Friday, July 17. Donations will go to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

It's a great ride, with great people, for a great cause!

Mission Vets is a charitable organization whose mission is to have a life changing impact on veterans; the organization is looking for businesses to team up with.

On July 13th, 1985, a massive concert to benefit Ethiopian famine relieve was held on 2 continents. Live Aid featured 58 bands. There was a total o16 hours of music. 72,000 attended the performances at London's Wembley Stadium. Another 100,000 packed Philadelphia's John F. Kennedy Stadium. The event was carried live by the BBC, and beamed around the world, using 13 satellites. More than 1.5 billion viewed the epic broadcast.