The Lagniappe Ladies, a nationwide network of philanthropic women who have a shared passion and dedication for advancing Louisiana Tech University, have awarded more than $1 million to 257 projects that enrich the student experience since 2010.
Each spring, faculty, staff, and University-sponsored student organizations are invited to apply for grants of up to $5,000 to support projects, programs, and other initiatives that embody the Tenets of Tech and enhance the University community. This year, the group funded 13 requests totaling more than $51,000.
“Having the privilege to fund proposals for much-needed projects across every corner of the Tech campus is among the most thrilling things we can do as members of the Tech Family,” said Lagniappe Ladies member Cathi Cox-Boniol. “Knowing that we are there to stand in the gap for those who are committed to making a difference through their work at Tech, and then knowing our small part will help amplify such work, is a joyous blessing. I couldn't be prouder to be a member of the Lagniappe Ladies."
Lagniappe Ladies accept members throughout the year. Women 39 and younger can join as Emerging Lagniappe Ladies for $500 annually, and those 40 and older can join at $1,000 annually.
2025 Funded Grant Proposals:
- 3D Printers for Agricultural Science and Forest Products Lab
- Aviation Program Drones
- Aluminum Hand Truck for Tech Pointe
- Portable Immersion Dissection Table
- Women in Cybersecurity Start-Up Support
- Campus Landscape Trees
- Memorial Gym Water Bottle Filling Stations
- Research Institute on Blindness Materials Dissemination
- Davison Hall Printer
- Speech and Hearing Anatomical Models
- University Hall Sound System
- Centennial Plaza Clock Tower Chime Restoration
- Counseling Services Portable Panic Buttons for Clinicians
