The resolution designates May 9, 2025, as AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Volunteer Day in recognition of the significant contributions made by the AmeriCorps Seniors Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) Caddo/Bossier/DeSoto Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program over the past forty-five years. It highlights the program's role in promoting collaboration and leadership among diverse groups, as well as its impact on strengthening communities through the mentorship and support provided by senior volunteers to economically disadvantaged youth.
The resolution acknowledges the vital services offered by the Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program, which includes mentoring, tutoring, and caregiving for children with special needs, those who have experienced abuse or neglect, and children of veterans. It emphasizes the program's success in improving educational outcomes and guiding students toward academic achievement, while also commending the dedicated volunteers from the local parishes who contribute their time and experience to support the needs of children and help them thrive.