Building homes, Empowering people & Uniting communities.
Keys to Life Foundation’s primary mission is the development and sale of affordable, owner-occupied homes for low- and moderate-income households in Lafayette Parish. Our additional programs—education, financial coaching, health access, opportunity, and community unity—exist to support long-term housing stability and successful homeownership.
Our Keys
Housing is the primary program of Keys to Life. All other Keys exist to support successful,
sustainable homeownership.
Housing
Providing safe, stable homes that give individuals and families a strong foundation to thrive.
Housing
Providing safe, stable homes that give individuals and families a strong foundation to thrive.
Education
Expanding access to knowledge and skills that empower individuals to build a better future.
Education
Expanding access to knowledge and skills that empower individuals to build a better future.
Opportunity
Creating pathways to jobs, resources, and growth so people can reach their full potential.
Opportunity
Creating pathways to jobs, resources, and growth so people can reach their full potential.
Health
Improving access to care and wellness support so individuals and families can live healthier lives.
Health
Improving access to care and wellness support so individuals and families can live healthier lives.
Unity
Bringing people together to build stronger, more connected communities through collaboration and trust.
Unity
Bringing people together to build stronger, more connected communities through collaboration and trust.
About our company
Keys to Life is a mission-driven organization committed to creating safe, affordable housing, strengthening individuals, and bringing communities together for lasting impact.
We build on the strong foundation laid by traditional housing nonprofits, expanding volunteer-built housing into a long-term, ownership-focused model. This approach emphasizes sustainable homeownership that creates stability, equity, and lasting community impact. We develop vacant land, construct quality homes, and sell them at affordable prices. Beyond housing, we provide education and financial coaching to help families successfully sustain homeownership and overall well-being.
At the core of our vision is local empowerment. We believe in ownership over charity. Our buyers become homeowners with clear titles, real equity, and the stability needed to support healthier families and stronger communities.
“I want to see this area thrive again, and that starts with stable housing and giving people the tools to keep it.”
Individuals Supported
Families Impacted
Community Initiatives Led
Community Partnerships
Testimonials
Real stories from people whose lives and communities have been positively impacted by our work.
Make a real difference by volunteering with us.
Your time and support help advance housing, empowerment, and unity while creating meaningful, lasting change in the communities we serve.
Our Men
Hands-on work, done with precision and purpose to build stronger communities.
We show up, put in the work, and deliver results that last.
Driven by effort, guided by purpose, and committed to doing the job right.
