Celtic Nations Heritage Foundation

Remembering the Past….Giving Hope for the Future

Food Drive

In Memory of the Irish Potato Famine

In memory of the more then one million Irish who died in the potato famine 164 years ago, the Celtic Nations Heritage Foundation of LA is hosting a food drive during the Celtic Nations Heritage Festival which will be held on March 28th and 29th on the grounds of the Lake Charles Civic Center.  

One of the goals of the Foundation is to preserve history and heritage and to pass it on to future generations…”Remembering the Past”.  The students will also be directly involved in “Giving Hope for the Future” on a local level.  All of the non-perishable food items that we collect during the food drive will go directly to help two of the areas hit the hardest during the hurricanes this past year.  The food banks that will receive the donations are:

The people who come to these agencies for food are often feeding a family with children. Donating the healthy food items that most families buy to feed children and teens will help these agencies the most. The list below includes some of the most needed items for our community. Choose products that are in boxes, cans or plastic bottles, and that do not have to be refrigerated. Bread and baked goods are not suitable because of their short shelf life. Items should be recently purchased and in good condition.

Peanut Butter                                                                Soap
Chili                                                                              Toothpaste
Canned Stews                                                               Toothbrushes
Canned Soups                                                              Toilet Paper
Canned Luncheon Meats                                                Coffee
Full Meals in a Can/Box                                                 100% Fruit Juices
Tuna                                                                             Diapers
Beans & Rice                                                                Cereal
Macaroni and Cheese                                                    Full meals in a Can/Box

Please help us with this wonderful project by bringing an item or two to the festival ~ drop off location will be in the cultural pavilion area.  If you have any questions regarding the Remembering the Past…Creating Hope for the Future” Food Drive , please contact Beth Eriksson at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 337-564-4702.