Our Impact
A decade of opening doors and transforming futures for Acadiana's youth
Impact by the Numbers
Our Journey
Key milestones in New Vision Leadership's mission to transform young lives
Foundation Established
Dr. Erica Williams launches New Vision Leadership as a grassroots initiative in Lafayette to help at-risk youth discover their potential.
IRS Recognition as 501(c)(3)
Granted official 501(c)(3) status (EIN 81-1240488), enabling expanded programs and partnerships.
FHLB Grant & STEM Expansion
Received a $10,000 grant from Home Bank and FHLB Dallas for STEM programs in minority communities. Now serving 80+ youth with CGI Federal and UL Lafayette partnerships.
Congressional App Challenge Victory
Partnering with CGI Federal, our students won the District Congressional App Challenge with "Rescue Me" — an app connecting disaster victims with relief resources.
"I Have a Dream Experience" — Washington, D.C.
In partnership with Lafayette Consolidated Government, Maison Freetown, and Acadiana Workforce Solutions, New Vision organized a transformative D.C. trip commemorating MLK's historic speech — combining civic education with summer work experience.
Key Achievements
Highlights that showcase the breadth and depth of our impact
"Rescue Me" App
Won the District Congressional App Challenge with an app connecting disaster victims to relief resources — proving Acadiana youth can compete nationally.
Young Pilot's Program
Through our Acadiana Aviation partnership, members gain hands-on flight orientation — breaking barriers in a field that needs diverse representation.
Community Hub at Domingue
Recognized by Lafayette as the home organization of Domingue Recreation Center — a permanent space where youth access programs, mentorship, and support.
Youth Voices
The real measure of our impact is in the lives of the young people we serve
Being part of New Vision taught me responsibility and helped me grow. The aviation program showed me careers I never thought were within reach.
Young Pilot's Program Member
Going to D.C. and learning about our history while working a summer job to help pay for the trip — that changed how I think about my future.
"I Have a Dream Experience" Trip Member
Be Part of the Impact
Every partnership, volunteer hour, and door opened makes a lasting difference for Acadiana's youth.