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September 2020
Community Reads Book Club Discussion: American Dirt
Please join us as we read American Dirt. Published in January of 2020, this book has already sparked a national conversation not only about immigration, but also about the racial disparities among authors and who has the right to tell a story. We chose this book because we believe both topics are timely and warrant discussion in our community. Our next discussion event will be held on Tuesday, September 15th, 4:00-5:30 PM at Rhino Coffee Uptown Patio (721 Southfield Road) and will be moderated by Michael Hicks,…
Find out more »October 2020
Community Counts 2020
Accurate data is essential to help our community set priorities, track progress, formulate policy, and allocate resources. To help drive change in our area, the Community Foundation has been tracking data and publishing Community Counts since 2008. Data for the Shreveport-Bossier Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is collected and tracked in six categories – Population, Economics, Human Capital, Health, Social Environment, and Physical Environment. For the Community Foundation, this data guides all that we do. We encourage all to use Community…
Find out more »December 2020
Giving Tuesday with CFNLA & Kendra Scott
This Giving Tuesday, support early childhood education in Caddo Parish by shopping online or in-store with Kendra Scott. The CFNLA Early Childhood Education Fund provides opportunities for more children to attend quality early childhood centers. On Tuesday, December 1st, 20% of sales will be donated to the Fund. How to Shop Shop in-store or online all day on Tuesday, December 1st. Visit the Kendra Scott popup in Shreveport (Shoppes at Bellemead, 6535 Youree Drive) and mention the fundraiser during checkout.…
Find out more »January 2021
Give For Good Registration Open
Be a part of North Louisiana's largest day of giving! The event was established in 2014 by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, and since then has raised over $12 million for our community! In 2020, Give For Good garnered over $1.9 million for area nonprofits. Those funds came from 5,599 donors representing 49 different states. Participating in Give For Good is a great way to engage your current donors, find new donors, and share your successes and work with more…
Find out more »Community Reads Book Club Discussion: The Orchid and the Dandelion
We're excited to bring you a special edition of our book club discussion as we gather VIRTUALLY on January 26 at 5:30 PM! Not only will we discuss The Orchid and the Dandelion, but we will hear from local experts on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and how childhood trauma affects our community. Whether or not you have had the opportunity to read the book, we invite you to listen, learn, and partake in this important discussion. Click here to sign up. …
Find out more »March 2021
WPN Virtual Social
We are excited to announce an upcoming Women’s Philanthropy Network virtual program for members and prospective members. It will be a great opportunity to see some familiar faces and learn more about the WPN. Please join us on Wednesday, March 3rd at 5:30 PM and click here to register for the Zoom. On the Call: What is the WPN? – Sabra Scoggin, WPN Chair Why WPN is Important – Charlotte Walter & Susannah Poljak Grantee Update #1 – Kelli Todd on Volunteers for…
Find out more »April 2021
Give For Good 2021
Did you know that one of North Louisiana’s largest events takes place entirely online? Last year, 5,599 donors came together to raise over $1.98 MILLION for area nonprofits. This year, our community needs you now more than ever. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice. HOW TO GIVE: 1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 20-May 4. 2. Choose your favorite causes and add as many organizations to…
Find out more »Community Reads Book Club Discussion: So You Want to Talk About Race
Please join us as we read So You Want to Talk About Race. In Ijeoma Oluo’s book, she offers a contemporary, accessible take on the racial landscape in America. The discussion will be moderated by Michael Hicks, Assistant Professor of Education at Centenary College of Louisiana. The discussion event will take place outdoors on the front lawn of Norton Art Gallery on Thursday, April 22, at 5:30 PM. Click here to register. ABOUT THE BOOK In So You Want to Talk About…
Find out more »2021 Annual Report Release
CFNLA is excited to release our 2021 Annual Report! In addition to outlining the successes of 2020, this special edition report will highlight important moments, donors, and board members in the Foundation's history. In lieu of our annual meeting, we invite everyone to view the report online Tuesday, April 27th, at 4:00PM. At this time we will also release a special video welcoming our two new board members and announcing the 2021 competitive grant award recipients. The video and report…
Find out more »May 2021
Speaker Series: Dr. Cade Brumley, LA State Superintendent of Education
The Community Foundation and the Women's Philanthropy Network are partnering to host a joint speaker series event via Zoom on Friday, May 14, at 10:00 AM. Dr. Cade Brumley, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education, will be speaking about the effects of COVID on schools and students and early childhood efforts from the Louisiana Department of Education. Click here to register!
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