ACYC Visits St. Mary's Assumption School! 🏫 ✝️ The Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition was honored to continue our mission of critical education and prevention with the amazing students and staff of St. Mary’s Catholic School — focusing on the dangers of opioid abuse and the importance of making healthy, safe choices. 💪💙 We were thrilled to have National Guard Counterdrug Program join us! As a special surprise, ACYC proudly donated one of our custom ACYC-branded, bean ba

📣 ACYC October Coalition Meeting Recap! The Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition gathered this week under the leadership of Chairperson Donna Desoto, Board President John Gagnard, and Administrative Assistant Maria Trichell — uniting community partners and organizations dedicated to keeping our youth safe and substance-free. 💪 We were honored to welcome guest speaker Amy Guidry, Operations Coordinator with Acadian Ambulance Services, who shared valuable insights about comm

🎉 Marksville High School Pep Rally! 🎉 The Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition is proud to stand alongside our incredible students at Marksville High who are showing their strength, leadership, and commitment to living a life of sobriety and purpose. 💪💜 Your choices today are shaping a healthier, safer tomorrow for all of Avoyelles Parish. Together, we’re proving that school spirit and smart decisions go hand in hand! Let’s keep the momentum going — supporting one anothe

Thank you, St. Anthony School! The Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition is so grateful for the opportunity to speak into the lives of your incredible students — the leaders of our next generation! A special thank you to the Louisiana Army National Guard for joining us and showing their unwavering support in this vital mission of prevention and education. Together, we delivered an entertaining and impactful learning experience on the dangers of performing daily functions whil

Homecoming Spirit is in Full Swing at Bunkie High School! Our incredible ACYC Student Ambassadors were proud to take part in this year’s Homecoming game — sharing powerful messages of sobriety, strength, and self-respect with their peers. In 2025, our students are showing that real confidence comes from making healthy choices and celebrating safely!  Let’s continue supporting their voices as they lead the way toward a brighter, drug-free future. #ACYC   #BunkieHigh   #Homecom

ACYC had an incredible time showcasing our mission at the Louisiana Rural Economic Development Summit  2025 Health Fair at Paragon Casino Resort  in Marksville! We were honored to stand alongside so many amazing organizations dedicated to wellness, prevention, and education for our communities. Our team shared vital resources and conversations about the dangers of underage drinking, vaping, fentanyl, and opioids—because protecting our youth and promoting a culture of sobriety

We had an amazing time at the LSU Alexandria  Health Expo! The Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition brought all the energy, excitement, and some truly important discussions about staying substance-free and healthy. We loved chatting with everyone who stopped by our booth, and it was fantastic to see our community come together to talk about the importance of saying “no” to vaping, avoiding opioids and fentanyl, and making healthy choices. Thanks to everyone who joined us in

ACYC was honored to participate in Bunkie General Hospital ’s Summer Camp for our local youth! This amazing event was more than just summer fun — it was a chance to build meaningful connections with the next generation. Through interactive activities and real conversations, we encouraged healthy choices, promoted sobriety, and empowered our youth to lead with purpose. When we come together as a community, we create a stronger, safer future for Avoyelles Parish. Thank you, Bun

May 15, 2025 🌬️💨 Catch My Breath: Empowering Young Minds to Live Vape-Free! 💨🌬️ On May 15, 2025 Plaucheville Elementary Learning...

May 22, 2025  What an incredible opportunity! We had the absolute honor of presenting to coalition directors from across the state to...

May 13, 2025 🎉 A huge shoutout to St. Anthony Catholic School  for partnering with the Avoyelles Community & Youth Coalition  to host a...