Membership sustains the mission and programs of Louisiana Folk Roots!
When you invest in local culture, you invest in the future. As a Friend of Louisiana Folk Roots member, your investment provides immediate and long-term returns!
In the short term, Friends of Folk Roots memberships include:
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notices for activities and events
discounts for admission-based activities and events
free admission to evening dances at Balfa Week Camps
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In the long term, you'll have the satisfaction of knowing that Louisiana cultural expressions will be continued for generations to come.
Gift memberships and Memorial memberships are also great ideas. By registering friends or loved ones, you’ll spotlight their commitment to Louisiana culture.
Private donations and corporate sponsorships are welcomed! If you’d like to make a larger donation or sponsor an event, please contact 337.234.8360.
Corporate matching gift programs can substantially increase your contribution. Please request the appropriate forms from your employer.
Louisiana has many cultural treasures. The more we invest together, the more we can strengthen the Louisiana-based cultural experiences!
Membership Options
Special Thanks to the Lifetime Members!
Gilbert and Margaret Aucoin – Ville Platte, Louisiana
Alan and Brenda Broussard – Lafayette, Louisiana
René Chaze – McLean, Virginia
Richard Cheatham – Atlanta, Georgia
Maggie Casey and Pierre Henri Pichot – London, England
Marsha Engelbrecht – Lafayette, Louisiana
Will and Norma Frugé – Lake Charles, Louisiana
TEd Granger – Seattle, Washington
Jodi Hebert – Youngsville, Louisiana
The Henderson Family – Breaux Bridge, Louisiana
Weaver Hickerson & Melissa Crouse - Chapel Hill, NC
Rob Krumm – Urbana, Illinois
John Morris and Karen Kaser – Mercer Island, Washington
Todd Mouton – Lafayette, Louisiana
NuNu Collective – Arnaudville, Louisiana
Johnny Phillips – Bayshore, New York (deceased 2014)
Tyler Sanders – Wichita, Kansas
Susan Shaw – New York, New York
Lorraine Shelton-Gaines – Helotes, Texas
Frederick Soileau – Splendora, Texas
Kenny Tweedy – Austin, Texas
Walker & Sons, Inc. (Slap Ya Mama®) – Ville Platte, Louisiana
James L. Wilson – Chicago, Illinois
MERCI to current Members for 2022-23!
Amanda Bailey * Christine Balfa * Charlie Begnaud * Cindy Burge * David Cheramie * Vicki Chrisman * Jessica Evans * Phyllis Griffard * Elizabeth Harris * David Hays Anjanette Hebert * Sandra Himel * Karen Holden * Chad Huval * Peter Jacobs * Jean Johnson * Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission * Cecile Maury * Billy Musgraves Shane Perry * Jane Phillips * Corey Porche * Ashley Singleton * Chuck Stevenson * Andrew Stewart * John Vidrine * Jeffrey Yeckel
Includes up to four people (ages 12 and under do not require membership.)