Community Foundation of North Louisiana

WPN Fall Social: Celebrating 20 Years
2025-10-14 05:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | 2610 Fairfield Avenue, 2610 Fairfield Avenue, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71104, United States
Join us as we celebrate 20 years of WPN with a special announcement from CFNLA and performance by Caddo Magnet High School Choir. We welcome members and non-members to join us for an evening of fellowship, refreshments, and entertainment.
Please register here.

Give For Good 2026 Nonprofit Registration Open
2025-11-03
Organizations may register for Give for Good 2026 beginning Monday, November 3, 2025. The deadline to register is Friday, December 5, 2025. Visit giveforgoodnla.org for details.

WPN Lunch and Learn: Volunteers of America North Louisiana
2025-11-04 11:30 - 13:00 | Broadmoor STEM Academy, 441 Atlantic Avenue, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71105, United States
WPN members are invited to an informative and interactive lunch and learn tour of Volunteers of America North Louisiana’s (VOANLA) Communities In Schools (CIS) and LightHouse programs at Broadmoor STEM Academy on Tuesday, November 4 at 11:30 am.

During this session, members will see firsthand grant dollars in action. The wraparound tour will showcase how VOANLA’s programming supports students in grades K-8 through academic, behavioral, emotional, and social resources they need to thrive. Members will also hear inspiring testimonials from three brothers enrolled in VOANLA programs.

VOANLA cannot wait to show you how WPN’s investment is helping students build brighter futures—together!

The ticket cost is $15. Purchase your ticket here. Lunch is included in the ticket price. Please make us aware of any dietary restrictions.

Email wpn@cfnla.org with questions.

Thanksgiving Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed
2025-11-27 - 2025-11-28
The Community Foundation will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Give For Good 2026 Nonprofit Registration Deadline
2025-12-05

Christmas Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed
2025-12-24 - 2025-12-25
The Community Foundation will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and Thursday, December 25, 2025, for the Christmas holiday.

Early Office Closure at 3 pm: New Year’s Eve
2025-12-31 08:00 - 15:00
CFNLA will close at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, December 31. We will reopen on Friday, January 2, at 8:00 am. Happy New Year!

Office Closed: New Year's Day Holiday
2026-01-01
Community Foundation of North Louisiana will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Capital Outlay Funding Presentation with Senator Thomas Pressly
2026-01-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Community Foundation’s Community Central, 401 EDWARDS ST STE 125, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71101-5508, United States
Is your organization interested in learning how to apply for Capital Outlay Funding?
If so, please join the Community Foundation on Thursday, January 8, for a presentation with Senator Thomas Pressly, Bobbie Hunter (Senior Budget Analyst, Capital Outlay, Louisiana Senate), and Curry Lann (Senate Fiscal Division). The presenters will walk attendees through the process of applying for Capital Outlay Funding along with how to proceed if an award is received.
The presentation will begin at 9:00 AM at CFNLA’s Community Central. (401 Edwards Street, Suite 125, Shreveport, LA 71101). Paid parking is available on the streets or on the top level of the parking garage connected to the Louisiana Tower.
Seats are limited. Please register here.

CFNLA Office Closed: MLK Day Holiday
2026-01-19
CFNLA will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Early Ed Month Leadership Convening for Northwest Louisiana
2026-02-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Grandma’s Arms Child Care & Development Center, 3095 Phelps Road, Shreveport, 71107, United States
Celebrate Early Childhood Education Month at Early Ed Day on Tuesday, February 10, 2026!
Affordable, accessible early childhood education is essential for North Louisiana.
Join CFNLA and the Louisiana Institute for Children to celebrate our community’s success in expanding access to high-quality childcare. Meet childcare providers, tour a facility, and learn how you can get involved to ensure all children get the strong developmental start they deserve, regardless of income level.
Please register for the event here.

Step Forward's The Parent Talk: February 21
2026-02-21 09:00 - 11:00 | The Highland Center Gymnasium, 520 Olive Street, Shreveport, LA, 71104, United States
Step Forward, in collaboration with Humana Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, the Louisiana Childhood Adversity Resilience Education Network (LA CARE Network), and Basic Necessities presents: The Parent Talk.
Empowering parents and caregivers is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that cultivates resilience in children and decreases the impact of toxic stress. The Parent Talk provides a safe space where parents and caregivers can gain insights into the effects of adversity and toxic stress on children’s development. By sharing daily challenges, learning self-care practices, and discussing support for their children’s social-emotional development, participants can develop effective strategies for building family resilience. Lunch and door prizes will be provided.
Location: The Highland Center Gymnasium, 520 Olive Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71104
Please register here.
For questions, contact Carla Burgos at burgos@cfnla.org or 318-221-0582.

Women's Philanthropy Network Winter Social
2026-02-24 17:30 - 19:30 | Home of WPN Member, 1045 Erie Street, Shreveport, LA, 71106, United States
Join us for an evening with the WPN, a group of strong, dedicated women working together to build a stronger future for our community. Learn more about WPN’s mission and how to join.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24 | 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Hosted by WPN Member Susannah Poljak. Members are encouraged to bring non-member friends.
Register here.

Step Forward's The Parent Talk: March 5 with Families Helping Families Region 7
2026-03-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Bossier Parish Libraries – Central Library, 7204 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City, LA, 71111, United States
Step Forward, in collaboration with Human Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, the Bureau of Family Health, Louisiana Childhood Adversity Resilience Education Network (LA CARE Network), and Families Helping Families Region 7, presents THE PARENT TALK.
Empowering parents and caregivers is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that cultivates resilience in children and decreases the impact of toxic stress. The Parent Talk provides a safe space where parents and caregivers can gain insights into the effects of adversity and toxic stress on children’s development. By sharing daily challenges, learning self-care practices, and discussing support for their children’s social-emotional development, participants can develop effective strategies for building family resilience. Lunch and door prizes will be provided.
Register here.

Step Forward's The Parent Talk: Atkins Elementary School
2026-03-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Atkins Elementary School, 7611 St. Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA, 71106, United States
Step Forward, in collaboration with Human Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, the Bureau of Family Health, Louisiana Childhood Adversity Resilience Education Network (LA CARE Network), and Atkins Elementary presents THE PARENT TALK.
Empowering parents and caregivers is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that cultivates resilience in children and decreases the impact of toxic stress. The Parent Talk provides a safe space where parents and caregivers can gain insights into the effects of adversity and toxic stress on children’s development. By sharing daily challenges, learning self-care practices, and discussing support for their children’s social-emotional development, participants can develop effective strategies for building family resilience. Lunch and door prizes will be provided.
Register here.

Women's Philanthropy Network Brunch and Learn with VYJ
2026-03-24 09:00 - 10:00 | Caddo Heights Elementary School, 1702 Corbitt Street, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71108, United States
WPN Grantee Partner, Volunteers for Youth Justice, invites you to a Brunch and Learn at Caddo Heights Elementary School on Tuesday, March 24, at 9:00 AM.

Purchase a ticket here.

WPN 2025-26 Membership Dues Deadline
2026-03-31
Founded in 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) was established as a way for local women of all generations and philanthropic capacity to leverage their charitable giving to address pressing issues in the community. To accomplish this, members pool their annual dues to make a high-impact grant to a local nonprofit focusing on education initiatives. The WPN also hosts educational programs to keep members informed about our community. Since its inception, the WPN has granted over $1.7 million to educational initiatives in our community!
The membership year begins on July 1, 2025, and concludes on June 30, 2026. To vote on the 2026 WPN grant, dues must be paid by March 31, 2026. (Dues received after March 31st are applied to membership for the following year.)
As a CFNLA fund, WPN grants are funded through a combination of annual dues and the WPN endowment fund. Specifically, 80% of a WPN member’s dues are allocated to the grant pool while 20% is invested in the WPN endowment. Each year, the growing WPN endowment returns 4% of its market value to the grant pool, resulting in a larger grant than dues alone would provide. The WPN endowment is currently valued at over $600,000.
WPN members have the opportunity to vote on the WPN grantee at the Annual Meeting held in May. Members will also be acknowledged in the Community Foundation’s Annual Report, receive invitations to special events, and connect with other women dedicated to improving education for children in Caddo Parish.
Learn More or Become A Member.

Step Forward’s The Parent Talk: May 2
2026-05-02 10:00 - 12:00 | The Highland Center Gymnasium, 520 Olive Street, Shreveport, LA, 71104, United States

Give For Good 2026
2026-05-05
Give For Good Returns for the 13th Year of Giving!

North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy, Give For Good, returns on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Powered by Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), Give For Good is an online day of giving that has raised nearly $25 million in critical unrestricted funding for participating local nonprofits since 2014.
This year, nearly 250 organizations are participating in Give For Good, following last year, wherein more than 4,300 community donors raised $2.53 million for local nonprofits. In 2026, CFNLA is challenging the community to raise $2.8 million in donations!
CFNLA hosts Give For Good as part of its mission to increase local philanthropy and enhance the quality of life in North Louisiana. Give For Good’s online platform provides each nonprofit with a customized giving page where the organization can share its mission, programs, needs, and volunteer opportunities. Donors can easily browse, search, and filter participating organizations by sector or location, much like an online shopping experience.
During checkout, donors can also contribute to the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $260,000 that boosts donations made to participating nonprofits on a pro-rata basis. Participating nonprofits are also eligible to win special Give For Good prizes throughout the giving event.
With a minimum donation amount of only $10, Give For Good empowers everyone to be a philanthropist. All donations are 100% tax deductible, and there is no fee for nonprofits to participate in Give For Good. CFNLA receives no proceeds from the event.
“We are proud to sponsor Give For Good in our community for the 13th year,” says CFNLA CEO Kristi Gustavson. “Give For Good day is always exciting and energizing as we watch the donation total grow and hear from our local nonprofit organizations about the programs and the people who will benefit from this community support. Every year, I am amazed at and humbled by the generosity and civic spirit illustrated through Give For Good.”
Generous community sponsors help make Give For Good possible. CFNLA thanks our 2026 sponsors: Greg Teeters Endowed Fund, AEP SWEPCO Foundation; Lamar Outdoor Advertising; Amazon; Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana (Louisiana Blue); Powers Foundation; HiTech; Heard, McElroy & Vestal LLC; Frymaster; Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport; Poljak Group Wealth Management at Steward Partners; Cook, Yancey, King & Galloway; Graf Orthodontics; Kean Miller; Brookshire’s Grocery Co; and Pettiette, Armand, Dunkelman, Woodley & Cromwell LLP.
On May 5, many local businesses will host events for their favorite nonprofits and donate a portion of the day’s sales. In addition to donating, we encourage everyone to be a part of the excitement by finding an event to attend at giveforgoodnla.org/opportunities.
Give For Good Day is May 5, but giveforgoodnla.org opens April 21 for early giving. CFNLA invites our entire community to join us as partners in philanthropy this year as we work to raise $2.8 million to support our amazing participating nonprofits through Give For Good!

Learn more and give online at giveforgoodnla.org.

WPN Annual Meeting
2026-05-12 17:00 - 19:00 | Ronald McDonald House, 9100 Susan Drive, Shreveport, LA, 71118, United States

Memorial Day - CFNLA Office Closed
2026-05-25
CFNLA will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.

Juneteenth - CFNLA Office Closed
2026-06-19
CFNLA will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, for Juneteenth.

Step Forward: ASIST Training at The Harbor
2026-06-23 08:00 - 2026-06-24 16:00 | The Harbor, 3004 Knight Street, Shreveport, LA, 71104, United States
Please join Step Forward on June 23 and June 24 for the ASIST Training at The Harbor. The training will be held at 8:00 AM-4:00 PM both days.
Please register here.

Grayson Foundation Grant Applications
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31
Grayson Foundation Grants

The Grayson Foundation is a private foundation that is committed to improving the quality of life in Shreveport-Bossier. The Grayson Foundation accepts grant applications once annually. Applications are submitted through the Community Foundation grant portal.
The Grayson Foundation typically awards grants to programs serving disadvantaged populations in Shreveport-Bossier in the sectors of health, human services, and education.
Application opens on July 1.
Application closes on July 31.
Organizations may apply via the CFNLA grant portal.

Fourth of July - CFNLA Office Closed
2026-07-06
CFNLA will be closed Monday, July 6, 2026, in observance of the 4th of July.

Step Forward’s The Parent Talk: July 7 with Families Helping Families Region 7
2026-07-07 17:00 - 18:30 | Bossier Parish Libraries – Central Library, 7204 Hutchison Drive, Bossier City, LA, 71111, United States
Step Forward, in collaboration with Human Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, the Bureau of Family Health, Louisiana Childhood Adversity Resilience Education Network (LA CARE Network), and Families Helping Families Region 7 presents THE PARENT TALK.
Empowering parents and caregivers is crucial for fostering a supportive environment that cultivates resilience in children and decreases the impact of toxic stress. The Parent Talk provides a safe space where parents and caregivers can gain insights into the effects of adversity and toxic stress on children’s development. By sharing daily challenges, learning self-care practices, and discussing support for their children’s social-emotional development, participants can develop effective strategies for building family resilience. Lunch and door prizes will be provided.
Register here.

CFNLA Grant Applicant Training
2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Community Foundation’s Community Central, 401 EDWARDS ST STE 125, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71101-5508, United States
The 2027 Competitive Grant Cycle opens on August 1. Community Foundation is offering three Grant Applicant training sessions for all applicants. Training is optional, but is highly encouraged for first-time applicants.

Thursday, July 16 at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 28 at 1:00 p.m.

Please register for a session with the link below. All sessions will be held in Community Central at the Community Foundation. 401 Edwards Street, Suite 125, Shreveport, LA 71101. The training will last approximately 1 hour.

Register for a session here.
Learn more about the Competitive Grants cycle on our website at cfnla.org/competitivegrants/.

CFNLA Grant Applicant Training
2026-07-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-28 13:00 - 14:00 | Community Foundation’s Community Central, 401 EDWARDS ST STE 125, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71101-5508, United States
The 2027 Competitive Grant Cycle opens on August 1. Community Foundation is offering three Grant Applicant training sessions for all applicants. Training is optional, but is highly encouraged for first-time applicants.

Thursday, July 16 at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 21 at 10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, July 28 at 1:00 p.m.

Please register for a session with the link below. All sessions will be held in Community Central at Community Foundation. 401 Edwards Street, Suite 125, Shreveport, LA 71101. The training will last approximately 1 hour.

Register for a session here.

Learn more about the Competitive Grants cycle on our website at cfnla.org/competitivegrants/.

Competitive Grants Applications Open - Primary and Arts Grant Categories
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-21
Competitive Grants Application Timeline

Stage One (Letter of Intent) for Primary Grants and Arts Grants ONLY opens August 1 at 8 a.m. CST and closes August 21 at 4 p.m. CST.
For those invited to Stage Two in the Primary Grants and Arts Grants categories, the application opens October 15 at 8 a.m. CST and closes November 15 at 4 p.m. CST.
For those that wish to apply in the Small Organization Grants category, the application opens October 15 at 8 a.m. CST and closes November 15 at 4 p.m. CST.
Grant recipients will be announced in April.
Funds will be available June 1 or later.

Learn more at cfnla.org/competitivegrants/.
