McNeese State University Foundation

09/16/2026

Today marks an exciting milestone for the McNeese Autism Program!

The McNeese Foundation joins the McNeese community in celebrating the groundbreaking of the program's new facility. This investment in the future will provide enhanced learning environments, expanded services, and greater opportunities for those served by the program.

09/10/2026

Come tailgate with us October 3 in Baton Rouge 🤠🏈

🏈 McNeese vs LSU Tailgate Update! 🏈

We've received lots of questions, so here's the scoop! 💙💛

If you purchase your game ticket with a tailgate ticket, you’ll be seated in Section 404, where the bulk of McNeese fans will be cheering on the Cowboys! 🏈 We expect these to sell out so grab them before they're gone!

To purchase a TAILGATE TICKET + GAME TICKET or INDIVIDUAL TAILGATE TICKET

👉https://bit.ly/4wslasG

Tailgate tickets includes complimentary food, drinks + adult beverages in the air-conditioned LSU Manship School building, with clean restrooms and a location directly next to Tiger Stadium.

Also, if you’re looking for a place to stay, we’ve secured a McNeese hotel block for the weekend. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and will sell out, so be sure to book yours soon!

👉 https://tinyurl.com/46jjkkr9

08/31/2026

Join the Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana, the McLeod Lecture Series, and Banners at McNeese State University for an inspiring evening with Willie Mount as we explore the impact of community leadership, service, and creating a lasting legacy.

Enjoy an opportunity to connect with fellow community members, business leaders, and supporters while hearing insights and experiences from one of Southwest Louisiana's most respected leaders.

08/29/2026

🏈 Cowboy Walk 🏈

08/29/2026

We will see you there 🤠

Rise and shine, Poke Nation! 🔆

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08/26/2026

💙💛 A New Chapter Begins! 💙💛 Join us on September 15!

08/05/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

The Pokes are taking on Baton Rouge this season and we want you to join us for an unforgettable pregame experience!

Tailgate details, tickets, and more are coming soon on August 14th, stay tuned!

07/08/2026

We are incredibly grateful to Loftin Law Group and Armor Title for this special gift that preserves our community’s history and makes it accessible to everyone.

This isn't your typical archive; it could be the only historical records on Calcasieu Parish that predate 1910. The collection documents the area's industrial growth, land ownership, environmental change and the people who shaped the region’s history.
https://ow.ly/VXjK50Zlh4b

07/06/2026

First Horizon Bank has given $125,000 to the McNeese State University Foundation for several areas of support including the Campus Emergency Fund, Women’s Tennis, Men’s Basketball, Banners Cultural Series, Rouge et Blanc and the McNeese Athletic Foundation.

On hand for the presentation are, from left, Steven Perez, First Horizon Bank Southwest Louisiana Market President and Laura Bowers, McNeese Foundation Executive Director. McNeese Photo

07/02/2026

The McNeese Foundation office will be closed as well on Friday, July 3 and will reopen on Monday, July 6. We wish everyone a safe and happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

McNeese's offices will be closed on Friday, July 3, in anticipation of Independence Day. They will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Monday, July 6. Have a safe and fun 4th of July!