Marine Corps League Acadiana Detachment 488

06/09/2026

The Marine Toys for Tots Foundation mourns the passing of Brigadier General Paul D. Slack, USMC (Retired).

General Slack served as a member of the Foundation's Board of Directors from 1999 to 2006, helping guide Toys for Tots through a period of growth while strengthening our ability to deliver hope and joy to children in need. His leadership, wisdom, and unwavering commitment to service left a lasting impact on our organization.

His legacy continues through the countless lives he touched, including the enduring partnership he helped establish between Toys for Tots and Holy Cross Ministries—a relationship that continues to serve children and families today.

We are deeply honored that the Slack family has chosen to support the Toys for Tots mission through memorial gifts made in General Slack's memory. It is a fitting tribute to a man whose life was defined by service to others.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to the entire Slack family, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Semper Fidelis.

06/03/2026

Opportunity Notification: Applications for the National Scholarship are being accepted until July 21; further information regarding eligibility requirements and the application procedure can be accessed at

Youth Physical Fitness Program (YPF) ​Email: [email protected] The Marine Corps League’s Youth Physical Fitness program is funded by the U. S. Marines Youth Foundation which was incorporated in 1967 to endow the Youth Physical Fitness (YPF) program and others like it benefiting American Youth.....

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Friendly reminder: Join us for morning chow Saturday May 30 from 8 to 10 at Emma Cafe. Hope to see you there!

05/11/2026

Reminder this Friday(May 15 6-8pm Officer Installation at Bailys). Sign up is on Zeffy. Link provided in comments.

05/04/2026

April meeting highlights:
May 5-Member meeting
May 15- Installation of officers. 1800-2000 Baileys $38 per person. Zeffy link in comments
May 17-Fats Fest look for flyer in email. 1100-1400 Bring Chairs
June 4-6 SE conference in lafayette
Jul 21-National Scholarship deadline
Sept 1- Annual dues are due

04/06/2026

Regular monthly meeting of the Acadiana Detachment will meet on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026, @ 1830. We will be meeting at HOSPICE OF ACADIANA, 2600 JOHNSTON STREET, LAFAYETTE, LA 70503.

Important items that will be discussed:
Final night of Officer Nominations
Officer Elections
Officer Installation & Award Banquet
Detachment Spring Social (Fats Fest)
Department Convention

04/05/2026

From all of us to you, Happy Easter

03/25/2026

Morning chow reminder this saturday!!! All veterans and friends welcome.