Your presence at Palates  Pate 2024 has touched our hearts deeply. We, at Acadiana Outreach Center, extend our sincerest gratitude for your unwavering support towards homeless women and children in need. Your generosity has ignited a beacon of hope, illuminating the path to a brighter future for these deserving individuals. Tonight, as you indulge in culinary delights and admire captivating artistry, remember that your contribution is a brushstroke in the masterpiece of rebuilding lives.  We invite you to savor this evening, filled with flavors that tantalize the taste buds and artworks that stir the soul. Your presence here is not just a gesture of kindness, but a profound statement of solidarity with our community. Together, we are creating a tapestry of compassion and empowerment, weaving dreams of safety and fulfillment for those who seek a second chance.  Thank you for being a beacon of light in the darkness, a symbol of compassion in a world that sometimes forgets.

With heartfelt appreciation,

Heidi Paterson

Development Director at Acadiana Outreach Center