Join AVOAD — Acadiana VOAD

Acadiana VOAD welcomes organizations that serve in the Acadiana area in times of disaster. We encourage any interested parties to apply.

There are two types of membership:

1. Regular Membership: To become a member of AVOAD your organization must be a non-profit entity in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State, with a commitment of resources to meet the needs of the people of Acadiana; be actively serving people in Acadiana; have a staffed office (traditional or WFH) in Acadiana.

2. Associate Membership: We welcome businesses, civic and mutual aid groups, government agencies, and passionate individuals as associate members of Acadiana VOAD.

The key difference in membership levels is that Regular Members have voting rights within AVOAD, while Associate Members have limited voting rights. In addition, Regular Members typically participate directly in disaster response efforts, while Associate Members and individuals may focus on coordination, support, and messaging. Please note that while these differences exist, Acadiana VOAD is most successful when everyone who is interested and passionate about disaster response is at the table, so please join!

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Resources or Services

Please summarize the resources or services you can offer during a disaster. Examples include but are not limited to: warehouse, vehicles, small equipment, volunteers, skilled labor, technical knowledge, food service, mental health services and/or pastoral care.

Is there another organization we should reach out to for membership?

Please include the name of the organization, a contact person and their contact information.

Qualification for Membership

Must be a 501(c)3 non-profit entity in good standing with the Louisiana Secretary of State.

Must be actively serving people in Acadiana.

Must have a staffed office in Acadiana in any of the following parishes: Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, St. Mary and Vermilion.

We (or I) would like to be considered as an associate member.

By entering their name below the applicant fully understands the criteria for membership, and represents to Acadiana VOAD that it complies with these criteria and agrees to: 1. Adhere to and promote the purpose and principles of Acadiana VOAD as described in their respective by-laws; 2. Promote and facilitate ongoing participation in Acadiana VOAD activities; 3. Provide representation at the Acadiana VOAD membership meetings.

The following duly authorized representative of the applicant hereby acknowledges that the information contained in this application is true and complete.

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