Our mission is to improve the health status of
Central Louisiana.

The Rapides Foundation's Education Initiative seeks to increase the level of educational attainment and achievement as the primary path to improved economic, social and health status. Research tells us that when people are more educated, their health is better.

The Rapides Foundation's Healthcare Access Initiative fosters the establishment and expansion of primary, behavioral and quality patient-centered services through integration with community health clinics, and addresses screenings, medication access and related medical manpower. 

The Rapides Foundation’s Social Environment Initiative addresses social capital by supporting leadership and nonprofit development and increased community and civic engagement.