Join the growing number of individuals who are using their time and talents to make a difference and discover the incredible impact that you can make though our volunteer programs.
The ConnecTeens Program offers teenage students the opportunity to perform meaningful community services within our parish, providing an outlet for them to give back to those in need. Through volunteering, students can experience the fulfillment that comes with helping others and create lifelong memories.
We work with school guidance counselors to provide uniforms for each school. Our efficient process ensures that uniform requests are often fulfilled on the same day. Our commitment is to ensure that every student has the necessary supplies to achieve academic success.
Each year in July we set aside a weekend to collect school supplies from residents and local businesses. The supplies are counted, sorted, and packed, labeled and ready for “pick-up” by representatives from each school. With the help of Ascension Parish teachers, counselors and administration, the program has evolved into a highly efficient, “well-oiled machine”.
Special Tuesday is a program that was created almost 30 years ago by founder, Bobbie Blanchard. The first 4 Tuesdays of every summer is spent giving to the special needs individuals of our community. We meet at Gonzales Primary for an awesome day of food, games, and fun. The last Tuesday of our summer fun ends with a very special “Mardi Gras” parade for our participants.
Monday-Sunday | 8am-5pm
9894 Airline Hwy, Sorrento, LA 70778
Volunteers assist with animal care by assisting with feeding, cleaning, and socialization activities. (Volunteers ages 16–17 need a signed youth waiver. Volunteers ages 15 and under must be accompanied by a legal guardian.)
Monday - Friday | 7:30am-7:30pm
26 E Industry St, Gonzales, LA 70737
Bring and share your talents in quilting, music, and more, or help with planned activities for the residents of Francois Bend. (Volunteers must be 14 years old or above.)
Volunteer Ascension takes a one-on-one approach to volunteering: help people and make a difference one person at a time. By focusing on this principle, we're able to form lifelong relationships with those we serve. We believe in partnering alongside individuals and walking with them through their most challenging and trying times. By doing so, we're able to create meaningful and lasting change in our community.
ConnecTeens has given me unforgettable summers of learning, friendship, and service. From retirement homes to Special Tuesdays, I've grown, led, and served with gratitude. Looking forward to its continued success!
Alexandria "Alex" Purdy
ConnecTeens Volunteer
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