Gulf Coast Social Services

06/12/2026

We want to send a massive THANK YOU to CASA of Terrebonne for sponsoring last year’s Mac & Cheese Fest!

Beyond their support for our community events, CASA of Terrebonne does incredible work every day. Their mission is to be a voice for children in foster care by advocating independently and objectively in the courts for their best interest. Thank you for everything you do for children in our community! 💙

06/11/2026

Shout out to one of our incredible sponsors from last year's fest: Bayou Signs Outdoor 👏 The event was an absolute blast, and we owe a huge thanks to them for helping us bring it to life! 🧀✨

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06/05/2026

We're still cheesing thinking about the success of last year’s Mac N’ Cheese Fest, and it wouldn't have been possible without one of our wonderful sponsors, Bayou Hardware! 👏

Thank you for championing community growth and supporting Gulf Coast Social Services. Show them some love and check out their shop for your next project! 🧀💙

Bayou Hardware Inc

06/02/2026

Mark your calendars! 💙 Join Gulf Coast Social Services for a FREE Youth Mental Health & Wellness Fair on Friday, June 26, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Terrebonne Parish Library!

This free community event is designed to connect youth, teens, and families in the Houma area with critical resources spanning mental health, physical well-being, education, housing, and family support!

05/19/2026

As we look back on the incredible success of last year’s Mac N’ Cheese Fest, we want to give a huge shoutout to our amazing sponsor, b1BANK! 👏

Thank you, b1BANK, for your dedication to community growth & your support of Gulf Coast Social Services! 🧀💙

05/15/2026

Mac N’ Cheese Fest Sponsor Spotlight: Ascent Houma 🌟

We’re throwing it back to last year’s Mac N’ Cheese Fest to give a huge thank you to our incredible sponsor, Ascent Health!

Ascent Health started by focusing on influencing the community for good, working with children & families in hopes of making a difference. Since then, they’ve continued to expand and grow by simply loving people and doing what they say they’re going to do.

Thank you, Ascent Health, for your heart for service & your support of Gulf Coast Social Services!♥️🧀

05/08/2026

Thank you to Louisiana First News for featuring us!

Our Baton Rouge location is hosting a donation drive on May 29th from 10 AM to 1 PM, and we are excited to announce an additional drop-off site in Metairie!

Drop-off Locations:
Baton Rouge: 5850 Florida Boulevard, Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Metairie: 2400 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, LA 70001

We are collecting new or gently used backpacks and luggage to help ease transitions for the children in our Therapeutic Foster Care Program.

Can’t make it in person? You can still make a difference by donating to our “Pack Their Journey” campaign online.
Give here: gcssla.org (Link in bio)

BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) – In a state where thousands of children enter foster care each year, Gulf Coast Social Services (GCSS) is working to make one of the hardest moments in a c…

05/06/2026

Thank you for supporting our GiveNOLA Day “Pack Their Journey” campaign.💙

Because of your generosity, children entering foster care across Louisiana will be met with greater dignity, comfort, and care during times of transition.

Although GiveNOLA Day has ended, our campaign continues throughout Foster Care Month in May. It is not too late to make an impact by donating through our website.

⭐We are also accepting new or gently used suitcases throughout the month of May at our offices in New Orleans and Baton Rouge.

Go to our website to give at gcssla.org

Interested in becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care parent? Visit our website to learn more.

05/05/2026

It’s not too late to give this GiveNOLA Day.🌟

There is still time to support Gulf Coast Social Services’ “Pack Their Journey” campaign and help children entering foster care across Louisiana.

Your gift provides suitcases, hygiene essentials, comfort items, and critical support for children in our Therapeutic Foster Care program—helping them begin a new chapter with dignity, comfort, and care.💙

Go to our website to give at gcssla.org!

Interested in becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care parent? Visit our website to learn more.

05/05/2026

It's GiveNOLA Day! 💙

Today, our community can make a meaningful difference for children entering foster care through Gulf Coast Social Services’ “Pack Their Journey” campaign.

A simple suitcase, hygiene essentials, and comfort items can help turn a frightening transition into a moment met with dignity and care. Your gift supports children in our Therapeutic Foster Care program across Louisiana and helps shine a light on the continued need for foster families. 🌟

Go to our website to give at gcssla.org!

Interested in becoming a Therapeutic Foster Care parent? Visit gcssla.org to learn more.