On November 15, 2025, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Baton Rouge (SVdP) held a drive-thru food distribution. The event provided 1,185 pounds of food to 67 local households. The goal was to assist families facing financial hardship before Thanksgiving.
SVdP CEO Sonnie Johnson-Lain said community support is important during difficult times. Dr. Toni Jackson, director of development, said donations from local parishes and communities made the food boxes possible. Between 15 and 25 volunteers assembled and distributed the packages…