
Events and Opportunities
Join us in showing up for first responders - through community, support, and impact.
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Check out what's next below.
Presenting Sponsor
Standing With You Banquet
October 17, 2025 6:00-10:00PM
West Cal Arena
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2025 Salute to Service
Tailgate Party
July 4, 2025 4:00-6:00PM
700 E. McNeese Street Lake Charles
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Admission to the tailgate and game are FREE! With You and the Gumbeaux Gators are teaming up to for an amazing tailgate party leading up the first pitch of America’s favorite past time! Come out and enjoy a family friendly event!


CISM
Group Intervention
class
Nov 17-18, 2025 8:00AM-6:00PM
CERTC​
**Limited Seating Available**
This course focuses on structured group interventions such as Critical Incident Stress Debriefing (CISD) and defusing, aimed at reducing the impact of stress and promoting recovery after a crisis. Often attended by first responders, mental health professionals, and crisis team members, the class emphasizes peer support, psychological first aid, and best practices in handling critical incidents. Participants learn how to recognize stress reactions, facilitate supportive discussions, and guide individuals toward additional resources when needed.
CISM - Assisting Individuals in Crisis​
**Coming January 2026**​
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1st Responder
Family Fun Night
December 8, 2026 5:30-8:30PM
Lake Area Adventures
Admission for first responders if free and the complex will be close to the public. Come out and enjoy family fun and pictures with Santa!
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