Brent Henley Youth Leadership Program: A Multi-Faceted Journey through Community Engagement.

Class II Update

Education Day

Education Day served as a platform for BHYLP students to explore the vital role education plays in shaping a community. The day included visits to UL-L, SLCC, and the WD and Mary Baker Smith Career Center, discussions with educators, and exposure to teaching methodologies, which all broadened the students' perspectives on what our community has to offer for their post-secondary education.

Arts & Culture Day

Arts & Culture Day celebrated the rich tapestry of artistic expression and cultural heritage within the community. On this day, students visited Acadiana Center for the Arts, Basin Arts, and Acadiana Open Channel in Downtown Lafayette, as well as learned about the massive undertaking that is Festival International de Louisiane - the largest international music festival in our country.

Economic Development Day

Economic Development Day provided a lens into the intricate mechanisms driving the community's economic vitality. Hosted by Lafayette Economic Development Authority, the students engaged with local businesses, entrepreneurs, and economic development leaders, and learned about the relationship between business growth and community prosperity. By the end of the day, the students used their newfound knowledge to create and present their concepts for a mock familiarization tour for a prospective business looking to locate in Acadiana.

Upcoming class day topics are on local government, state government, environmental concerns, and healthcare. The collective impact of these themed days over the 9-month course is transformative for the Brent Henley Youth Leadership Program's participants. They will not only have gained knowledge but will also have cultivated critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the multifaceted challenges and opportunities that exists within their society. As these young leaders continue to evolve and channel their experiences, the ripple effect of their engagement will undoubtedly shape a brighter future for their community.

To learn more about the Brent Henley Youth Leadership Program, visit www.broussardchamberfoundation.org/brent-henley or follow the Foundation and BHYLP on their respective Facebook pages.

Thank You, BHYLP

2023-2024 Sponsors!

BHYLP Sponsorship Opportunities Are Still Available!

To learn more about BHYLP or to sponsor the upcoming 2023-2024 class, contact Jody Soileau at 337-837-6001 or email foundation@broussardchamber.net.

Walmart Supercenter #415 of Broussard Sponsors

The 2023-2024 Brent Henley Youth Leadership Program

Walmart Supercenter #415 in Broussard has graciously awarded $1,900 to the Brent Henley Youth Leadership Program and will be the designated sponsor for Local Government Day, scheduled for Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Walmart Supercenter #415's involvement in the leadership program is more than just financial support; it's a testament to their dedication to the community's well-being and embracing a roll as a catalyst for positive change.

On Local Government Day, BHYLP students will meet and hear from several local mayors and other elected officials on the structure and administration of municipal and parish governments in Lafayette Parish. Rickey Brailey, Store Manager for the Walmart Supercenter of Broussard will be on hand to address the students and to congratulate them on their endeavors.

Additionally, representatives from Comeaux Engineering, our lunch sponsor for Local Government Day, will speak on the engineering challenges that most government entities are faced with due to growth and expansion needs.

Thank you, Walmart Supercenter #415 and Comeaux Engineering, for your investments in our future generation of leaders!

To learn more about BHYLP, to donate, or to sponsor the 2023-2024 class, click the link below or contact Jody Soileau at 337-837-6001 or email foundation@broussardchamber.net.

Home Bank Makes a Grant Contribution to the

Broussard Chamber Foundation

Home Bank Staff Presents a Grant Check to BCF Development Director, Jody Soileau. Pictured (L-R): Kathlyn Faulk, Renee Oubre, Kevin Latiolais, Jody Soileau, Monique McBride, Bryant Deloach, and Liz Viator.

In a commendable display of community commitment, Home Bank has stepped forward to bolster the initiatives of the Broussard Chamber Foundation with a generous grant of $3,000 from its Home Bank Helps Fund. Home Bank Helps is an employee-contribution effort to support, serve, and invest in our local communities.

This $3,000 grant signifies more than just a monetary contribution; it symbolizes a shared vision for a vibrant, thriving community. It is a testament to the belief that collective efforts and collaborative endeavors can pave the way for sustainable growth and progress.

As the Broussard Chamber Foundation continues its tireless efforts towards community betterment, the support from Home Brank is a reminder that when business and community organizations join forces, remarkable transformations can be achieved.

Thank you, Home Bank! And thanks to all Home Bank employees who make community grants, such as this one, possible!

Tuesday, January 9, 2024, at 10:00AM

Broussard Chamber Foundation

Founding Members

Wishing you the Happiest of Holidays

with family and friends to meet

and plenty of hot gumbo to eat!