ST. LANDRY PARISH — One day before Thanksgiving, dozens of nonprofits across St. Landry Parish received an unexpected boost — thanks to leftover funds from two class-action lawsuits.

On Wednesday afternoon, 27th Judicial District Judge Charles Cravins held a ceremonial proceeding inside the St. Landry Parish Courthouse, where KATC cameras were invited to capture the moment. During the ceremony, Judge Cravins presented donations to 24 nonprofits across the parish — all organizations that serve the physical and emotional health needs of the community.

The funding comes from two health-related class-action lawsuits, totaling $214,386.46.

Twenty-four St. Landry nonprofits were awarded the amount to help keep their organizations operating and serving local families.

Among those impacted wer

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