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# Community Foundation of North Louisiana

Transforming Community Through Philanthropy

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- [Community Foundation Celebrates 65 Years!](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-celebrates-65-years/) - CFNLA celebrates 65 years of community philanthropy today with a heartfelt thanks to you, our supporters and partners. From 1961 to 2026 and beyond, we are Here For Good. On our 65th birthday, we are pleased to share the 2025 CFNLA Annual Report available at cfnla.org/finanicals. Support CFNLA's mission for the next 65 years as a Sustaining
- [Community Foundation Welcomes New Board Member](https://cfnla.org/brandonbrown/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is excited to announce Brandon Brown as the most recent addition to CFNLA’s seven-member Board of Directors. Brown is succeeding longtime board member the Honorable Jerry Edwards, Jr. Brown brings nearly two decades of legal and leadership experience in federal and state law enforcement, complex investigations, and litigation. Currently a
- [Women’s Philanthropy Network Awards $80,000 in Grants to Volunteers for Youth Justice, Basic Necessities, and Girls Empowered for More Society, Inc.](https://cfnla.org/wpn2026grants/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) is a dynamic community of caring women who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in Caddo Parish. Founded in 2005, the WPN was established to enable local women of all generations and philanthropic capacities to leverage their charitable giving to address pressing issues in the community. Through the
- [Give for Good Raises $2,955,485 for North Louisiana Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/giveforgood2026/) - In its 13th year, Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, raised a record-breaking $2,955,485 for over 200 area nonprofits. Give For Good is an annual online giving day inviting everyone to participate in philanthropy and have a hand in transforming our community. “Give For Good is such a wonderful celebration of
- [COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF NORTH LOUISIANA AWARDS $4.1 MILLION IN COMPETITIVE GRANTS](https://cfnla.org/2026competitivegrantawards/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is pleased to announce it has awarded over $4.1 million to nonprofit organizations through its 2026 competitive grant cycle. CFNLA’s mission to promote philanthropy and improve the quality of life in North Louisiana includes a commitment to proactive and strategic grantmaking. Since inception, CFNLA has granted over $150 million to
- [Lisa Johnson to join Community Foundation of North Louisiana as Chief Financial Officer](https://cfnla.org/cfo/) - Lisa Johnson, a Certified Public Accountant with extensive experience as an audit manager and a strong history of nonprofit service, will join Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) as Chief Financial Officer in June 2026. Johnson comes to CFNLA from Centenary College of Louisiana’s Frost School of Business, where she currently serves as assistant professor
- [Local Legislators, Business Leaders, and Community Partners Join Community Foundation of North Louisiana to Celebrate Early Childhood Education During Early Ed Month 2026](https://cfnla.org/eceday2026/) - Elected officials, business leaders, and early childhood champions gathered on February 10th, 2026, at Grandma’s Arms Child Development Center for a special Early Ed Month child care site visit. The site visit was hosted by Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), in partnership with the Louisiana Policy Institute for Children (LPIC), the Louisiana Early Childhood
- [Thank You for Investing in Caddo Parish’s Youngest Learners!](https://cfnla.org/ece-thank-you/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is grateful you answered the call to strengthen our community through Early Childhood Education (ECE). Thanks to generous support from donors like you, CFNLA committed $1,620,000 in January 2026 for the ECE Fund for Caddo Parish. When combined with $240,000 from the City of Shreveport, this community investment enables Caddo Parish to
- [Give the Gift of a Brighter Future](https://cfnla.org/give-the-gift-of-a-brighter-future/) - In the season of gratitude and giving, there are many occasions to give back on behalf of someone special in your life. This holiday season, honor your loved ones in a unique and meaningful way by donating to CFNLA’s Early Childhood Education Scholarship Initiative. There is no better way to celebrate friends and family than
- [Year-End Giving with CFNLA](https://cfnla.org/year-end-giving-with-cfnla-2/) - The One Big Beautiful Bill, signed into law in July, included several provisions impacting charitable giving. Some donors may find it more advantageous to make larger contributions in 2025. CFNLA recommends you meet with your tax advisor now to ascertain how best to take advantage of the tax law changes before year-end. Tax Law Changes
- [Community Foundation of North Louisiana Releases Community Counts 2025: Data for a Brighter Tomorrow](https://cfnla.org/communitycounts2025/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) announces the release of Community Counts 2025: Data for a Brighter Tomorrow. Community Counts, published by CFNLA since 2008, serves as a report card on the quality of life for the Shreveport-Bossier Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). Publicly available data is presented in six categories: Population, Economic Well-Being, Human Capital,
- [Step Forward Networks Drive Collaboration to Support Children and Families in North Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/stepforwardconvening/) - On August 20, over 50 community leaders representing K-12 and higher education, human services, healthcare, workforce development, and youth services assembled for a combined convening of the Step Forward Networks held at The Harbor family resource center in Shreveport. Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), unites community leaders and employs
- [Financial Forecast: August 2025](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-august-2025/) - After some brief market anxiety caused by the April 2nd tariff announcements, equity markets have rallied to near all-time highs. This rally has continued in the face of the Israel/Iran war and the threat it poses to global oil prices. While the final economic outcomes of the war and U.S. tariff policy are still unknown,
- [Celebrating Dedication and Welcoming New Commitment](https://cfnla.org/celebrating-dedication-and-welcoming-new-commitment/) - Glenn V. Kinsey In June 2025, Glenn V. Kinsey completed ten years of service to CFNLA as a member of the Board of Directors. During his tenure he was a member of the Audit, Finance, Investment, and Nominating Committees and served as Treasurer (2017-2019), Vice Chairman (2019-2021), and Chairman (2021-2023). Glenn combined business experience from
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Celebrates 20th Anniversary](https://cfnla.org/womens-philanthropy-network-celebrates-20th-anniversary/) - Connecting Women for a Common Cause: Women's Philanthropy Network celebrates 20th anniversary in 2025 Twenty years ago, a "new" group debuted in North Louisiana's philanthropic landscape. The Women's Philanthropy Network (WPN) was established in 2005 as an endowed fund of the Community Foundation of North Louisiana. The network that emerged two decades ago, however, was
- [2025 Scott Griffin Award](https://cfnla.org/2025-scott-griffin-award/) - 2025 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open July 21 Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 21, 2025. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while
- [The Women’s Philanthropy Network Awards $120,000 in Grants to Volunteers for Youth Justice and Volunteers of America North Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/2025wpngrant/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) is a dynamic community of caring women who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in Caddo Parish. Founded in 2005, the 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.
- [Give for Good Raises $2,535,735 for North Louisiana Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-raises-2535735-for-north-louisiana-nonprofits/) - In its 12th year, Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, raised $2,535,735 for over 200 area nonprofits. Give For Good is an annual online giving day inviting everyone to participate in philanthropy and have a hand in transforming our community. “Give for Good is such a wonderful celebration of our community’s
- [CFNLA Awards $3.8 million in Competitive Grants](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-of-north-louisiana-awards/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana aims to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of our community through proactive and strategic grantmaking. Since inception, CFNLA has granted over $146 million to nonprofit organizations. Grants are awarded in a variety of ways, including competitive grants, donor advised grants, scholarships, and Give For Good. This year,
- [The Teen Advisory Committee Welcomes 26 New Members](https://cfnla.org/2025-tac-kick-off/) - The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC), an initiative of Step Forward, aims to improve educational outcomes for students of all ages in Northwest Louisiana. Established in 2019, TAC is a regional youth-led group whose primary purpose is to help improve local policy decision-making and programming that impacts teens and young adults in North Louisiana. Being a
- [Give For Good 2025: Plan Your Impact](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-2025-plan-your-impact/) - During Give For Good, everyone is a philanthropist. The online giving event is an interactive and exciting 24-hour online giving challenge led by Community Foundation of North Louisiana. This day of giving raises thousands of unrestricted dollars for North Louisiana organizations and brings community members together to celebrate nonprofits and the important work they do
- [The Campaign to Improve Kindergarten Readiness in North Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/the-campaign-to-improve-kindergarten-readiness-in-north-louisiana/) - This article was published by Red River Radio on December 11, 2024 at 11:24 AM CST| By Jeff Ferrell Researchers discovered that Shreveport-Bossier has experienced a significant drop in kindergarten readiness scores from 2012 to the present. So the Community Foundation of North Louisiana took action. Research reveals the profound effect to a child who is
- [New Year, New Opportunities: Celebrating Community Impact and Looking Ahead to 2025](https://cfnla.org/new-year-new-opportunities-celebrating-community-impact-and-looking-ahead-to-2025/) - As we observe the annual ritual of passing from the “old” year into the “new,” we’re given many opportunities and much encouragement to reflect on and celebrate the past year while also making plans for the still-blank slate of 12 months stretching ahead. It’s an exciting time, with ambitious New Year’s Resolutions motivating us to
- [‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHARITABLE GIVING!](https://cfnla.org/year-end-giving-with-cfnla/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will ensure your year-end giving is simple, easy, effective, and meaningful. Donations to charitable organizations like CFNLA are deductible for donors who itemize when filing tax returns. We work with you and your tax advisor to achieve the maximum impact for the causes you care about. As you make your
- [Community Counts 2024: Roadmap to Success](https://cfnla.org/community-counts-2024-roadmap-to-success/) - On September 25th, Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) released its annual data report, Community Counts: Roadmap to Success. This report has been a valuable resource since 2008, providing comprehensive data for the Shreveport-Bossier Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) across various categories such as economic well-being, health, education, and the workforce. By analyzing the current conditions
- [Financial Forecast: August 2024](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-august-2024/) - Equity market performance has been strong in 2024, but the economy seems to have peaked. The unemployment rate has moved up to 4.1% and aggregate U.S. economic data has failed to match consensus expectations. However, equity markets have largely ignored the economic data and remain fully focused on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy. Recent
- [Step Forward to Host First Community Meeting on June 27](https://cfnla.org/step-forward-to-host-first-community-meeting-on-june-27/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana, is hosting its first bi-annual community meeting June 27, 2024, at Noel Memorial United Methodist Church, 520 Herndon Street, Shreveport, LA 71101 from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. The mission of Step Forward is to ensure success of all children. To accomplish our mission, we
- [Scott Griffin Award 2024](https://cfnla.org/scott-griffin-award-2024/) - Calling All Artists – 2024 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open July 1st. Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 1st, 2024. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his
- [Quality Early Childhood Education is the Key to Advancing North Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/quality-early-childhood-education-is-the-key-to-advancing-north-louisiana/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]In 2018 Community Counts revealed 59% of children in Shreveport-Bossier were not kindergarten ready. The alarming decrease in kindergarten readiness since 2012 is a focus of CFNLA. Numerous studies indicate lack of kindergarten readiness correlates strongly with academic and behavioral challenges and involvement with both juvenile and adult criminal
- [A Thank You to All Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/a-thank-you-to-all-nonprofits/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]Kristi Gustavson, CEO Many have asked the question, “when do we get to stop talking about the pandemic?” Well, North Louisiana found an answer, albeit perhaps only temporary: during a weeklong snowstorm. If the COVID-19 pandemic and the events of this month have taught me anything it is that,
- [WPN Annual Membership Event](https://cfnla.org/wpn-annual-membership-event/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network held its membership meeting on October 28 at the home of WPN member, Sarah Toups. This meeting is held annually for members to hear reports from grantees and for prospective members to learn more about WPN. Since 2005, WPN has built a strong community of philanthropic women who leverage their charitable
- [Women’s Philanthropy Network Awards $110,000 in Grants to The Arc Caddo-Bossier and Louisiana Key Academy](https://cfnla.org/wpngrants2024/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) is a dynamic community of caring women dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in Caddo Parish. Founded in 2005, the WPN was established so local women of all generations and philanthropic capacity could leverage their charitable giving to address pressing issues in the community. Through the power of collective
- [TAC Members Attend Advocacy Day at the Capitol](https://cfnla.org/advocacy-day/) - On Thursday, March 21, 2024, four students from the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) joined teenagers from different schools across Louisiana to raise awareness about the mental health needs of students during Advocacy Day at the Louisiana State Capitol in Baton Rouge. The students are Ellissa Bryant from Bryd High School, Thomas Awagu from Caddo Magnet
- [TAC Kick-Off 2024](https://cfnla.org/tac-kick-off-2024/) - The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC), an initiative of Step Forward, aims to improve educational outcomes for students of all ages in Northwest Louisiana. Established in 2019, TAC is a regional youth-led group, and its primary purpose is to help improve local policy decision-making and programming that impacts teens and young adults in North Louisiana. Being
- [Building Resilient Communities](https://cfnla.org/building-resilient-communities/) - Step Forward has partnered with SPAR to present “Bouncin Back” a series of community conversations on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks are safe settings where parents and caregivers can share their daily
- [Step Forward recruiting Caddo Parish youth for its Teen Advisory Committee (TAC)](https://cfnla.org/step-forward-recruiting-caddo-parish-youth-for-its-teen-advisory-committee-tac/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), seeks 30 youth leaders from high schools across Caddo Parish to join the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC). Applications are being accepted now through December 15, 2023. Step Forward will offer 30 youth from diverse backgrounds a chance to participate in leadership development and
- [Step Forward's Building Futures Network](https://cfnla.org/step-forwards-building-futures-network/) - Step Forward’s Building Futures Network met Thursday, February 16 to discuss the need for students to receive workforce preparation that matches the needs of local employers to increase employment for young adults. Network partners from Volunteers of America, Career Compass Louisiana, Shreve Memorial Library, Bossier Community College, Goodwill Industries, Caddo Parish School Board, Bossier Chamber
- [Teen Advisory Committee Kickoff 2023](https://cfnla.org/teen-advisory-committee-kickoff-2023/) - The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC), an initiative of Step Forward, aims to improve educational outcomes for students of all ages in Northwest Louisiana. Established in 2019, TAC is a regional youth-led group, and its primary purpose is to help improve local policy decision-making and programming that impacts teens and young adults in North Louisiana. Being
- [Give For Good raises $2.9 million for North Louisiana nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/gfg2024/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] May 7, 2024, was a record-breaking day for our community. In its 11th year, Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, raised $2,940,339 for 222 area nonprofits. This is the greatest total raised
- [Community Foundation of North Louisiana Awards Over $3 Million in Competitive Grants and Releases Annual Report](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-of-north-louisiana-awards-over-3-million-in-competitive-grants-and-releases-annual-report/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) aims to enhance the quality of life for all citizens in our community through proactive and strategic grantmaking. Since inception, CFNLA has granted over $130 million to nonprofit
- [Child Abuse Awareness Month](https://cfnla.org/child-abuse-awareness-month/) - April is Child Abuse Awareness Month. It is a time for us to remember the victims of Child Abuse and Neglect (CA/N) and take a firm stance against it. In 2023, the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services received 51,455 reports of CA/N. It was reported that 26,186 of those reports were investigated. The report indicated that
- [Matching Fund Deadline Nears for Early Childhood Eduction](https://cfnla.org/matching-fund-deadline-nears-for-early-childhood-eduction/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Help CFNLA sustain Early Childhood Education Scholarships and ensure Caddo Parish gets its fair share of state dollars! Friends of Community Foundation of North Louisiana, we need your help! Caddo Parish has until January 30, 2024 to raise money and receive a dollar-for-dollar match from the state of Louisiana. All
- [Community Foundation Kicks Off Year Two of the Early Childhood Education Initiative](https://cfnla.org/year-two-of-the-early-childhood-education-initiative/) - [et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]The Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) is embarking on the next phase of the Early Childhood Education Initiative. This comes after a successful 2021 campaign where $2 million in early childcare education scholarships were secured for children 0-3 in Caddo Parish, Louisiana. Beginning in January of 2022, qualifying Caddo
- [A Lasting Legacy](https://cfnla.org/lastinglegacy/) - Over the past 62 years, many donors have made a lasting impact on our community through unrestricted funds at CFNLA. With these and other charitable funds, CFNLA has granted over $120 million to nonprofit organizations since its inception in 1961. CFNLA, like all other community foundations, follows the basic model conceived in 1914 by Frederick
- [‘TIS THE SEASON FOR CHARITABLE GIVING](https://cfnla.org/tis-the-season-for-charitable-giving/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will ensure your year-end giving is simple, easy, effective, and meaningful. Donations to charitable organizations like CFNLA are deductible for donors who itemize when filing tax returns. We work with you and your tax advisor to achieve the maximum impact for the causes you care about. As you make your
- [CFNLA awards $50,000 grant to LSUS Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-awards-50000-grant-to-lsus-institute-for-nonprofit-administration-and-research/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) awarded a $50,000 grant to the LSUS Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research (INAR) to strengthen the organizational capacity of ten area nonprofits. The cohort of nonprofits will be chosen from a pool of CFNLA Competitive Grantees based on demonstrated need and interest determined through the grant application and
- [Shreveport Ideas Festival](https://cfnla.org/shreveport-ideas-festival/) - This Fall, CFNLA will host a series of events aimed at educating our donors, partners, and members of the community about critical issues in our region and across the nation. Featuring local, regional, and national experts, each event will take a deep dive into the pressing issues and offer effective solutions to drive change. This
- [Become a Sustaining Member](https://cfnla.org/become-a-sustaining-member/) - For more than 60 years, Community Foundation of North Louisiana has provided philanthropic resources and leadership to address our region’s greatest needs. It is our mission to improve the quality of life in North Louisiana by inspiring generosity, strengthening area nonprofits, and convening groups and experts to effect positive, lasting change. From a founding gift
- [Scott Griffin Award 2023](https://cfnla.org/scott-griffin-award-2023/) - Calling All Artists – 2023 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting September 13th, 2023. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her
- [Financial Forecast: July 2023](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-july-2023/) - Despite a notably steep “wall of worry,” including ongoing banking system strains, persistent inflationary pressures, and the most aggressive Federal Reserve (Fed) tightening campaign in four decades, performance across the financial markets in the second quarter appeared overwhelmingly positive. Domestic asset classes and sectors generally witnessed meaningfully stronger performance during the quarter than their international
- [WPN Awards $90k Grant](https://cfnla.org/wpn-awards-90k-grant/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) is a dynamic community of caring women who are dedicated to enhancing the lives of children in Caddo Parish. Founded in 2005, the 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.
- [Community Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-welcomes-two-new-board-members-2/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is excited to announce Lisa O. Childs and Stephen C. Walker as the most recent additions to CFNLA’s seven-member Board of Directors. Childs and Walker are succeeding longtime board members Terry Davis and Thomas Murphy. Lisa and her husband, Al, and Steve and his wife, Nancy, hold donor-advised funds at
- [Give For Good Raises Record $2.75M for North Louisiana Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-raises-record-2-75m-for-north-louisiana-nonprofits/) - May 2nd was a record-breaking day for our community. In its 10th year, Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, raised $2,757,092 for 209 area nonprofits. This is the greatest total raised since the event began in 2014. Give For Good is an annual online giving day that invites everyone to participate in
- [2023 Competitive Grants Awards](https://cfnla.org/2023-competitive-grants-awards/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana strives to improve the quality of life for members of our community through proactive and strategic grantmaking. Since its inception, CFNLA has granted over $120 million in grants to nonprofit organizations. Grants are awarded in a variety of ways, including competitive grants, donor advised grants, scholarships, and Give For Good.
- [2022 Annual Report: Together For Good](https://cfnla.org/2022annualreport/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is pleased to share the 2022 Annual Report, Together For Good. A few highlights of the 2022 Annual Report include: Over $9.2 million in grants and scholarships were made to 350 nonprofits and 29 students. More than $6.2 million was contributed to the Foundation by generous donors. During Give For
- [Bossier Parish ECE Initiative](https://cfnla.org/ece-bossier/) - In 2021, 53% of Bossier Parish kindergarten students did not have the age-appropriate skills to be prepared for school. Kindergarten readiness is measured through a child's language and literacy skills, basic numeracy concepts, as well as social and motor skills. Research has shown kindergarten readiness is a strong indicator of long-term educational success. Since 90%
- [Early Childhood Education Fund Update](https://cfnla.org/ece-update/) - CFNLA held the NWLA Early Childhood Policy Summit in the Fall of 2019 to address the needs of the nearly 60% of children in Caddo and Bossier parishes entering kindergarten unprepared. The Summit and resulting Resolution ultimately led CFNLA to create the Early Childhood Education Fund in 2021. CFNLA raised $1 million which was matched
- [Financial Forecast February 2023](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-february-2023/) - Investors entered 2023 with great uncertainty about what the year might bring for financial markets. On the one hand, a strong labor market, decelerating inflation, and the Federal Reserve indicating a reduction in interest rate increases boosted equity markets to a strong December and January. Investors seem confident that any potential economic weakness will be
- [Give for Good turns 10 in 2023](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-turns-10-in-2023/) - CFNLA is thrilled to commemorate the 10th anniversary of North Louisiana's largest day of giving on May 2, 2023. Since its inception in 2014, Give for Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $16 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger. During Give
- [Tips for Year-End Giving](https://cfnla.org/tip-for-year-end-giving/) - CFNLA CEO, Kristi Gustavson, recently sat down with a donor to discuss year-end giving and how CFNLA might help maximize her charitable giving while minimizing her taxes. This was their discussion: JANE: Is now a good time for me to plan my year-end charitable giving? KRISTI: Absolutely; particularly if you need time to visit with
- [Community Counts 2022](https://cfnla.org/community-counts-2022/) - CFNLA recently released Community Counts 2022, a data report for the Shreveport-Bossier MSA examining socioeconomic factors including- Population, Economic Well-Being, Human Capital, Health, Social Environment, and Physical Environment. Data collected is ranked in comparison to 9 peer communities, plus the Monroe MSA. CFNLA uses Community Counts to monitor trends in key economic and social indicators,
- [Donors Make the Work of Community Foundation Possible](https://cfnla.org/donors-make-it-possible/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana brings people and resources together to solve problems and enhance our community. Established in 1961, the Foundation oversees more than $180 million in assets for the benefit of North Louisiana. The funds managed by the Foundation are invested for the community’s benefit and then returned to the community in the
- [We are all wrong sometimes; embrace it](https://cfnla.org/we-are-all-wrong-sometimes-embrace-it/) - It is impossible to be right all the time. Well...except, of course, when you are the mother. Parenting aside, in my former career as an attorney, it was my job to convince a judge my view was the correct view. Most legal arguments are carefully formulated through research and brief writing. On occasion, attorneys present
- [Scott Griffin Award 2022](https://cfnla.org/scottgriffinaward2022/) - Calling All Artists – 2022 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 1st, 2022. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her
- [WPN Awards $75K Grant](https://cfnla.org/wpn-awards-75k-grant/) - Since 2005, Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) has built a strong community of caring, philanthropic women dedicated to achieving positive change for children. Each year the members pool their annual dues to make a high-impact grant to a local nonprofit with a focus on improving school readiness and student achievement. Since inception, the WPN has granted
- [Toddlers know the power of positive thinking](https://cfnla.org/positive-thinking/) - My husband and daughter recently discovered a show on Netflix called Old Enough! The premise of the show is simple: young children (think five years old and under) in Japan go on errands all by themselves. Unbeknownst to the child, a camera crew follows the child as they navigate their way from home to a
- [The Northwest Louisiana Teen Summit on Mental Wellness](https://cfnla.org/the-northwest-louisiana-teen-summit-on-mental-wellness/) - Step Forward’s Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) is a regional, student-led group that aims to improve local policy decision-making and programming that impacts teens and young adults in North Louisiana. Each year, TAC surveys high school students to better understand the mental wellness of students in Northwest Louisiana. The survey is voluntary and completely confidential. Data
- [What groups are getting part of the $3 million from the Community Foundation of North Louisiana?](https://cfnla.org/what-groups-are-getting-part-of-the-3-million-from-the-community-foundation-of-north-louisiana/) - On Tuesday the Community Foundation of North Louisiana announced over $3 million was awarded in 2022 competitive grants. Kristina Gustavson, CEO of CFNLA said, "CFNLA is thrilled to announce it is awarding a total of $3,004,428 in this year’s Competitive Grants." The CFNLA manages funds that are invested for the community's benefit. These funds are then returned
- [Southwestern Energy invests in Early Childhood Education Initiative](https://cfnla.org/southwestern-energy-invests-in-early-childhood-education-initiative/) - Southwestern Energy (SWN) donated a generous $25,000 to the Early Childhood Education Fund, launching of phase two of CFNLA's ECE Campaign. “We are grateful for Southwestern Energy’s partnership and their recognition of the importance of early learning, particularly as it relates to the current and future workforce,” said CFNLA CEO, Kristi Gustavson. “Investing in early
- [Community matters in every phase of your life](https://cfnla.org/community-matters-in-every-phase-of-your-life/) - In Louisiana, the contract of marriage automatically creates a community of property unless the married parties enter into a prenuptial agreement stating otherwise. In this regime generally all property acquired by the spouses during the marriage is community property. (There are a number of exceptions to this general rule which I will not describe for
- [CFNLA Education Initiatives](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-education-initiatives/) - A January 2022 report from the Louisiana Department of Education revealed less than half of Louisiana’s K-3rd grade students are reading on grade level. CFNLA data reveals 60% of children in Caddo Parish are not kindergarten ready when they enter school. As these trends persist, educational equity and student success continue to be a priority
- [Get To Know Step Forward](https://cfnla.org/get-to-know-step-forward/) - CFNLA Director of Marketing and Development, Amanda Felan, sat down with CFNLA Director of Special Initiatives, Carla Burgos, to learn more about the great work of Step Forward and what’s to come in 2022. Amanda: Carla, being new to Community Foundation, I have spent the past few months learning the ins and outs of CFNLA
- [Financial Forecast February 2022](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-february-2022/) - The early days of 2022 have been difficult for investors. After months of inflationary pressures, the Fed is poised to begin raising interest rates and scale back their bond buying. Bonds were the first to react and major bond indexes saw losses last year. Equity markets have begun their declines in the past few weeks. Without
- [Step Forward's Re-Launch & Re-Invite Network Convening](https://cfnla.org/step-forwards-re-launch-re-invite-network-convening/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana, re-launched on December 7th welcoming over 70 network partners for a Combined Network Convening. The convening brought the Building Foundations, Building Futures and Building Resilience networks together to begin setting intentions and goals for 2022. In the general session, network members heard from StriveTogether Coach,
- [In 2022, do not choose the path of least resistance](https://cfnla.org/in-2022-do-not-choose-the-path-of-least-resistance/) - Doing the right thing is often hard. It certainly takes more time and energy than ignoring a problem. According to a team of researchers at University College London, choosing the path of least resistance is hardwired into our brains. In discussing his study involving participants choosing between two tasks, one harder than the other, lead
- [A Season of Gratitude](https://cfnla.org/a-season-of-gratitude/) - In this season of gratitude, we pause to reflect on the things for which we are most grateful. It is a time to acknowledge the goodness in our lives, our community, and to connect to something larger than ourselves. At CFNLA, we are often reminded that despite the many needs of our community, we are
- [Financial Forecast: November 2021](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-october-2021/) - During the global financial crisis of 2008, the Federal Reserve began to buy bonds, a process named quantitative easing. This action increases the demand for bonds, pushing bond prices higher and interest rates lower. Lower interest rates should help the economy by making it less expensive to borrow money and encourage savers to spend or
- [Year-End Giving Simplified](https://cfnla.org/year-end-giving-simplified/) - Community Foundation simplifies giving for donors and helps maximize the benefit of donations to better our community. In 2021, there are a number of tax incentives for philanthropic giving, some of which may expire at the end of the year. Thus, there is no better time to donate to a good cause! CARES Act Tax
- [The Privilege of a Normal Day](https://cfnla.org/the-privilege-of-a-normal-day/) - When COVID-19 began we all anticipated the return to a “normal” day. Some longed for the normalcy of going to restaurants or socializing with loved ones. Many children missed their school friends and were anxious to return. Children in poverty missed not only their friends but also the stability of receiving meals each day at
- [CFNLA to Raise Money for Early Childcare Scholarships for Bossier Parish Students!](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-to-raise-money-for-early-childcare-scholarships-for-bossier-parish-students/) - CFNLA issues a challenge to Bossier citizens: If Bossier citizens and businesses will donate $360,000 to provide scholarships to children ages 0-4 to attend high quality early learning centers, CFNLA will contribute $40,000 and will seek a dollar-for-dollar match from the state. This will provide $800,000 for early learning for Bossier children! In the Fall
- [Financial Forecast: June 2021](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-june-2021/) - Another quarter and another commentary on inflation. U.S. inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index, rose 5.0% in the 12 months ending May 31, the largest inflation increase since 2008. Digging deeper, prices for many goods saw incredible increases, including gasoline (up 56.2%) and used cars/trucks (up 29.7%). There is a clear supply and
- [$1 million raised and $1 million gained for Caddo Parish children](https://cfnla.org/1-million-raised-and-1-million-gained-for-caddo-parish-children-2/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana brings people and resources together to solve problems and enhance our community. In January of 2021, CFNLA set out to raise $1 million to fund spaces for Caddo Parish children ages 0 to 4 to attend quality early childhood education centers. We are delighted to report that $1 million has
- [Teen Summit Reveals Mental Health Concerns Among NWLA Students](https://cfnla.org/teen-summit-reveals-mental-health-concerns-among-nwla-students/) - On May 3rd, Step Forward’s Teen Advisory Committee hosted its second annual Northwest Louisiana Teen Summit on Mental Wellness. The Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) members surveyed 580 area high school students and discussed the results with more than 50 delegates at the NWLA Teen Summit. The survey found 83.7% of participants had experienced challenges that
- [Big Announcements from Louisiana Early Education Day](https://cfnla.org/big-announcements-from-louisiana-early-education-day/) - Leaders from around the state celebrated Early Education Day at the Louisiana State Capitol on Wednesday, June 2, 2021. CFNLA’s own Kristi Gustavson was honored to be among speakers Governor John Bel Edwards, State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley, and Stephen Waguespack, President & CEO of Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI). The speakers
- [WPN Awards $73K Grant](https://cfnla.org/wpn-awards-73k-grant/) - Founded in 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network is a group of women dedicated to ensuring positive change in the Shreveport-Bossier community. Members pool their annual dues in order to make a high-impact gift to local organizations that focus on education. This year, the membership voted to award $73,165 to Volunteers for Youth Justice (VYJ). The funding will
- [Scott Griffin Award 2021](https://cfnla.org/scottgriffinaward2021/) - Calling All Artists – 2021 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open Community Foundation of North Louisiana is now accepting applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming
- [Community Foundation Welcomes Two New Board Members](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-welcomes-two-new-board-members/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is excited to announce Wanda H. Thomas and Witt Caruthers as the most recent additions to CFNLA’s seven-member Board of Directors. Thomas and Caruthers are succeeding longtime board members Rand Falbaum and Margaret Thompson. Dr. Wanda H. Thomas, M.D., FAAP is a graduate of Yale University and is currently an
- [Give For Good Raises Record $2.3M for North Louisiana Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-raises-record-2-3m-for-north-louisiana-nonprofits/) - Yesterday was a record-breaking day for our community. Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana in 2014, raised $2,301,350 for area nonprofits, the largest amount ever raised during the event. Give For Good is an annual online giving day that invites everyone to participate in philanthropy and have a hand in transforming
- [May the 4th Be With You: Life Lessons from Star Wars](https://cfnla.org/may-the-4th-be-with-you-life-lessons-from-star-wars/) - I am Star Wars fan. I was hooked the moment my five-year old eyes saw the words A Long Time Ago, In a Galaxy Far, Far Away scroll up the theater screen opening Episode IV. Given my adoration, you can imagine my awe and horror when my husband first revealed to me that he only
- [Financial Forecast: April 2021](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-april-2021/) - Beginning in the summer of 2020, the word inflation reappeared after years of being dormant. Some investors feared the aggressive actions by the Federal Reserve and initial U.S. stimulus payments following the economic and financial market declines of early 2020 were too bold and inflation would rise as a result. Now into 2021, inflation is
- [Calling All Changemakers: A Guide for Young Professionals](https://cfnla.org/calling-all-changemakers-a-guide-for-young-professionals/) - Change is upon us whether we like it or not. In this “post” Covid-19 world, so many things have changed – the way we communicate, have meetings, travel, and even greet our loved ones. While Covid-19 has resulted in much hardship, not all the changes that have occurred have been negative. Moreover, with the influx
- [25 Caddo-Bossier Students Selected for Teen Advisory Committee](https://cfnla.org/25-caddo-bossier-students-selected-for-teen-advisory-committee/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana, is excited to announce 25 area students have been selected to serve on the 2021-2022 Teen Advisory Committee. The Northwest Louisiana Teen Advisory Committee (TAC) was formed in 2019 to engage youth in policy decision-making and provide students a voice on programming that impacts teens
- [$7.7 Million Awarded in 2020](https://cfnla.org/7-7-million-awarded-in-2020/) - 2020 was a challenging year for many individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations in our community, our nation, and across the globe. Although we continue to experience changes in our daily lives due to the pandemic, one thing that has remained consistent is the generosity of our community and the support we show one another in
- [CFNLA Celebrates Its 60th Anniversary](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-celebrates-its-60th-anniversary/) - Since 1961, the Community Foundation has been a source of knowledge, funding, and expertise for the benefit of our community. We bring resources and people together to create solutions for some of North Louisiana’s most critical issues. As a permanent and growing resource, we strive to strengthen our community by promoting philanthropy and improving the
- [From Idea to Action: NWLA Early Childhood Policy Summit](https://cfnla.org/from-idea-to-action/) - In philanthropy there is no shortage of innovative ideas. That said, there is a substantial amount of work that must take place to turn innovation into the reality of effective change. Approximately 60% of the children in Caddo and Bossier parishes are not kindergarten ready. To address this problem, Community Foundation of North Louisiana and
- [The ABC's of Economic Recovery](https://cfnla.org/the-abcs-of-economic-recovery/) - Nearly one year from the first confirmed case of COVID-19 in the United States, many local businesses are still reeling from economic losses they suffered in 2020. Those businesses range from restaurants to local retailers to early childcare and education centers. In Caddo Parish alone there are approximately 60 privately run early childcare centers that
- [Perspectives and Planets](https://cfnla.org/perspectives-and-planets/) - Earlier this week I stood in my front yard with my husband, daughter, dogs, and neighbors to view a spectacular event – the great conjunction of Jupiter and Saturn in the sky. We were lucky to have a clear sky that night and found the two planets in the west just after sunset. They looked
- [Building Resilience:  An Introduction](https://cfnla.org/building-resilience-an-introduction/) - Introducing the Step Forward Building Resilience Network! Previously titled My Brother’s Keeper, the network will continue with the work of building resilience in students of all ages by addressing trauma, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), and mental health needs. If you've been working with this Network over the last few years, you'll see the purpose statement
- [CFNLA Awards Additional $114K in Competitive Grants](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-awards-additional-114k-in-competitive-grants/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana announces the Round Two recipients of their annual competitive grant process. A total of $114,250 has been awarded to nine nonprofit organizations. The Community Foundation typically accepts competitive grant applications once annually. The application process begins in August and the grantees are announced at CFNLA’s annual meeting the following April.
- [To a Friend, Dying Young](https://cfnla.org/to-a-friend-dying-young/) - Just like people, there are certain films, books, songs, music lyrics that will stay with us forever. At some point in my formative years, I saw the movie Out of Africa. I was struck by the tension between the beauty of the African scenery and the stark contrast of the lives of the European colonists
- [Giving Tuesday: Support Early Childhood Education](https://cfnla.org/giving-tuesday-support-early-childhood-education/) - 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
- [A Guide to Year-End Giving](https://cfnla.org/yearendgiving/) - As a local expert on philanthropy and community programs, the Community Foundation is here to help you maximize your charitable giving. If you have any questions about making a contribution or starting a fund, please contact Foundation staff. CARES ACT TAX INCENTIVES FOR 2020 Generally, only those who itemize deductions may deduct charitable contributions. In
- [Be Present, Give Thanks, and Give Back](https://cfnla.org/be-present-give-thanks-and-give-back/) - It goes without saying, 2020 has been difficult. Virtually every part of our lives has been touched by the pandemic. For many, COVID-19 resulted in the tragic loss of a loved one. For others it caused the loss of jobs or financial stability. For all, COVID-19 altered the way we socialize, go to work, go
- [Financial Forecast: November 2020](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-november-2020/) - The third quarter of 2020 saw continued strong global equity markets, but recent weeks have seen uncertainty return. The failure of the government to pass additional stimulus was viewed as a disappointment, especially as earnings data highlights the seriousness of the economic downturn. S&P 500 Index earnings fell 16% in the twelve months ending June
- [Getting to Know Step Forward](https://cfnla.org/getting-to-know-step-forward/) - Many of us never realize the rewards of living a purpose-driven life. I am encouraged about my work at Step Forward because the mission and vision align with my “ikigai.” Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means a reason for being. In principle, it is the convergence of one’s personal passions, beliefs, values, and vocation.
- [Create a Lasting Impact](https://cfnla.org/create-a-lasting-impact/) - The Community Foundation offers a number of ways to support your community and create a legacy. No matter your age, background, or areas of interest, CFNLA is here to help you achieve your goal of a more vibrant North Louisiana. Become a Member Our members sustain the work of the Community Foundation. In turn, CFNLA
- [Arguing the Right Way Will Keep You Married, America](https://cfnla.org/arguing-the-right-way-will-keep-you-married-america/) - A number of years ago my husband and I were on a road trip together. It was just a couple of years into our marriage and we had no children at the time. As we often do, we decided to listen to a podcast for part of our trip. We came across a podcast exploring
- [CFNLA Awards $10,000 to Bossier Schools](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-awards-10000-to-bossier-schools/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has announced a fourth round of funding from the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund that was established on March 16, 2020. This brings the total amount granted from the Fund to $151,700. In the fourth round, CFNLA awards $10,000 to Bossier Parish Schools for COVID-19 related supplies needed to ensure a
- [Susan Duke Named 2020 Scott Griffin Award Winner](https://cfnla.org/susan-duke-named-2020-scott-griffin-award-winner/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has named painter Susan Duke as the 2020 winner of the G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, is given annually to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming adversity. Susan was honored at a
- [The Time is Now](https://cfnla.org/the-time-is-now/) - Fresh out of graduate school, my husband and I bought our first house in New Orleans one month before hurricane Katrina. We were lucky as we lived in one of the few neighborhoods in New Orleans not inundated with flood waters. It is an experience I remember vividly and will never forget. It opened my
- [Preview Community Counts 2020](https://cfnla.org/preview-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,
- [CFNLA Announces New Director of Special Initiatives](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-announces-new-director-of-special-initiatives/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is excited to announce Carla D. Burgos will be joining CFNLA as the Director of Special Initiatives – Step Forward. The Director serves as a catalyst for bringing the community together across all sectors including business, education, the faith community, nonprofits and civic leaders, to improve education outcomes for all
- [Financial Forecast: August 2020](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-august-2020/) - Accommodative monetary and fiscal policy actions of historic scope and magnitude, paired with better-than-expected incoming economic data, drove a notably strong market rally in the second quarter, as investors breathed a sigh of relief following the first quarter’s rout. Despite mounting evidence of a potential second wave of COVID-19 and an associated wave of selling
- [Step Forward's Mission Continues](https://cfnla.org/step-forwards-mission-continues/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is excited to announce that after over a year of planning Step Forward will once again become a part of CFNLA! Beginning September 1st, CFNLA will continue the legacy of Step Forward’s mission to foster regional collaboration to improve educational outcomes for all children. While Step Forward originally began as
- [All Babies Deserve a Healthy Start](https://cfnla.org/all-babies-deserve-a-healthy-start/) - “Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not.” — The Lorax, Dr. Seuss The COVID-19 pandemic has altered our lives in ways we could never have predicted. For the lucky ones, it meant only weeks of working from home. For many others, the pandemic either has
- [WPN Awards $102,000 to Education Programs](https://cfnla.org/wpn-awards-102000-to-education-programs/) - Founded in 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network is a group of women dedicated to ensuring positive change in the Shreveport-Bossier community. Members pool their annual dues in order to make a high-impact gift to local organizations that focus on education. This year, the membership voted to award two grants totaling $102,000 to the Volunteers of
- [Scott Griffin Award 2020](https://cfnla.org/scottgriffinaward2020/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is now accepting applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming adversity. The deadline for entries is 5:00 PM on July
- [Community Foundation Issues Additional $46,700 for COVID-19 Relief](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-issues-additional-46700-for-covid-19-relief/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has announced the third round of grants from the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund that was established on March 16, 2020. This brings the total amount granted from the Fund to $141,700. The third round grants, totaling $46,700, are as follows: Bernstein Development, Inc. for PPE for Camp Bernstein Summer Reading
- [Shreveport-Bossier Nonprofits Awarded $2.8M in Funding](https://cfnla.org/shreveport-bossier-nonprofits-awarded-2-8m-in-funding/) - As our community currently faces many challenges, Shreveport-Bossier nonprofits have stepped up to provide support to those in need. Community Foundation of North Louisiana announces it is awarding $2.8 million in grants to nonprofits through its annual competitive grant cycle. Click here to view a complete list of grantees. Each year, the Community Foundation accepts
- [Give For Good Raises Record $1.95M for North Louisiana Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-raises-record-1-95m-for-north-louisiana-nonprofits/) - Yesterday was a banner day for our community. Give For Good, created by Community Foundation of North Louisiana in 2014, raised $1,959,096 for area nonprofits, a record amount for the event. Give For Good is an annual online giving day that invites everyone to participate in philanthropy and have a hand in transforming our community.
- [Financial Forecast - April 2020](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-april-2020/) - The market response to the COVID-19 related economic shutdown was swift and substantial. In March we saw the fastest 30% equity market decline in history, only for a late month rally to take us out of bear market territory (20% market decline). Large intervention by the Federal Reserve, stimulus checks, and talk of reopening the
- [Community Foundation Issues Additional $52,000 for COVID-19 Relief](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-issues-additional-52000-for-covid-19-relief/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has announced the second round of grants from the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund that was established on March 16, 2020. This brings the total amount granted from the Fund to $95,000. The second round grants, totaling $52,000, are as follows: Caddo Council on Aging for Meals on Wheels - $18,000
- [Dealing with Powerlessness](https://cfnla.org/dealing-with-powerlessness/) - “If I can share my weaknesses with others, and compassionately collaborate to solve problems, the potential is truly boundless.” Steve Gleason, former New Orleans Saint and ALS Survivor In 12-step addiction programs, the first step to recovery is to admit you are powerless over an addiction. The concept of powerlessness is a hard one to
- [BCBSLA Foundation Awards $50,000 to North Louisiana COVID-19 Relief](https://cfnla.org/bcbsla-foundation-awards-50000-to-north-louisiana-covid-19-relief/) - The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana Foundation has awarded a $50,000 grant for COVID-19 relief efforts in North Louisiana. The grant was made to Community Foundation of North Louisiana’s COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund, which has already granted $43,000 to Shreveport-Bossier nonprofits that are directly serving our community’s most vulnerable citizens. “We are grateful
- [Community Foundation Issues $43,000 for COVID-19 Relief](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-issues-43000-for-covid-19-relief/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana created the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund to assist nonprofit organizations that are directly responding to the coronavirus pandemic. This week CFNLA awarded the first round of grants from the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund. The grants are for essential services - such as food, medicine, and healthcare - for individuals living
- [COVID-19 Emergency Federal Relief for Nonprofits](https://cfnla.org/covid-19-emergency-federal-relief-for-nonprofits/) - Dear Friends, Over the last few days Community Foundation of North Louisiana has participated in several national webinars to understand the benefits available for nonprofit organizations as a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic. The following is a summary of the information we have gathered and should be used merely as informational and not a legal
- [Uncertain Times Will Bring Us Together](https://cfnla.org/uncertain-times-will-bring-us-together/) - When Hurricane Katrina roared onshore in August of 2005, I was one year into my legal career having just graduated from law school in May of 2004. My then fiancé (now husband) and I had closed on our very first house in New Orleans just a few weeks before. In the midst of this pandemic,
- [Results from Early Childhood Policy Summit](https://cfnla.org/results-from-early-childhood-policy-summit/) - In 2018, approximately 3,150 children in the Shreveport-Bossier MSA were not kindergarten ready or, put another way, 59% of children were deemed not kindergarten ready in both Caddo and Bossier Parishes. To address this problem, Step Forward held the Northwest Louisiana Early Childhood Policy Summit in the fall of 2019. Over 60 participants -- including
- [WPN Addressing Early Childhood Needs](https://cfnla.org/wpn-addressing-early-childhood-needs/) - Since 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network, a fund of the Community Foundation, has granted over $1.1 million to effective educational programs in our area. Recognizing the needs of our community’s youngest members, this group of dedicated women has turned their attention to early childhood education in Caddo Parish. Throughout the year, members attend special events to
- [Early Childhood Experiences Matter](https://cfnla.org/early-childhood-experiences-matter/) - Until my tenure at Community Foundation of North Louisiana, an ace was nothing more to me than a suit in a deck of cards. Now when I hear the word ACEs, I associate it with Adverse Childhood Experiences. ACEs are common across all populations. However, some children are more vulnerable to experiencing ACEs because of
- [Gratitude, and Also... a Call to Action!](https://cfnla.org/gratitude-and-also-a-call-to-action/) - It has been said we learn our belief systems as very small children and move through life creating experiences to match those beliefs. Sometimes our beliefs limit our lives and prevent us from reaching our potential. Limiting beliefs, whether conscious or unconscious, can be overcome. In 2018, 59% of children in Caddo Parish were not
- [Financial Forecast - February 2020](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-february-2020/) - The U.S. equity market enjoyed an incredibly strong 2019 with the S&P 500 rising over 31% during the year. This was the second 30%+ return this decade (2013 being the other) and the ninth since 1970. For reference, there have been ten negative years for the S&P 500 during that same time span. Investors are
- [Give For Good: An In-Depth Look](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-an-in-depth-look/) - At the Community Foundation, data analysis guides us in all we do so we may continue to better serve the community. This includes taking an in-depth look at Give For Good, the 24-hour online giving challenge powered by the Foundation. Please take a look at the data that tells the story of Give For Good
- [Ain't No Hole in the Washtub!](https://cfnla.org/aint-no-hole-in-the-washtub/) - My dad and I are both Christmas enthusiasts. We love all things holiday – decorating, wrapping gifts, and sentimental movies. I recall being excited for weeks on end about the annual return to television of my favorite Christmas movies like A Charlie Brown Christmas (originally aired in 1965) and Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer (originally
- [The CFNLA Donor Portal is Here!](https://cfnla.org/the-cfnla-donor-portal-is-here/) - In November, Community Foundation of North Louisiana launched its Donor Portal. We are excited to provide fundholders with an online tool that allows you to manage your fund, make grant recommendations, and maximize your charitable impact at your convenience. To get started, we’ve included some helpful tips below. Creating Your Account – An account has
- [The Shreveport-Bossier MSA is No. 1!](https://cfnla.org/the-shreveport-bossier-msa-is-no-1/) - While David Letterman did not invent them, he popularized “Top Ten” lists on his late-night show. Letterman used the lists for both comedic fodder as well as commentary about the times, often poking fun at the latest politician’s snafu or pop culture oddity. Since Letterman retired, our love for ranking people, places and things has
- [How to Make the Most of Your Year-End Giving](https://cfnla.org/how-to-make-the-most-of-your-year-end-giving/) - Whether you are an existing Fundholder or a first-time giver, CFNLA is here to help you maximize the impact of your year-end giving. Contributing to Donor Advised Fund Donor Advised Funds (DAF) are one way to maximize your year-end tax benefits. Contributing to a DAF allows eligible taxpayers to receive an immediate tax deduction in
- [Highlights from Shreveport-Bossier Data Report](https://cfnla.org/highlights-from-shreveport-bossier-data-report/) - On October 10th, the Community Foundation presented its 11th annual data report, Community Counts, to a packed house of civic leaders, nonprofit representatives, and engaged citizens. Each year 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 –
- [Financial Forecast - November 2019](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-november-2019/) - There is now approximately $17 trillion of negative yielding bonds trading across the globe, mostly in Japan and some European markets. A bond’s yield is a single rate that combines a bond’s coupon payments and an amount to compensate the buyer for the time until the bond matures. Typically, bonds have a positive yield and
- [It's All About Perspective, Coach](https://cfnla.org/its-all-about-perspective-coach/) - I attended a college football game with my husband and some friends last weekend. So as not to get any football fans riled up, let’s call the opposing teams Team A and Team B. Team A was the clear favorite and was favored to win by over 20 points. Team B, however, fought hard and
- [How Stuff Works: CFNLA Grants](https://cfnla.org/how-stuff-works-cfnla-grants/) - Each fall, the CFNLA grants team works hard to intake, process, and review more than one hundred competitive grant applications during our two-stage application process (in 2019, we received 120 grant applications). As grantmaking is one of the key roles of the Community Foundation, we often receive questions about how our grant review process works.
- [Cathy Cobb Named as 2019 Scott Griffin Award Winner](https://cfnla.org/cathy-cobb-named-as-2019-scott-griffin-award-winner/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has named painter Cathy Cobb as the 2019 winner of the G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, is given annually to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming adversity. Cathy will be honored at
- [Data Shows Shreveport-Bossier is Seeing Improvements](https://cfnla.org/communitycounts2019/) - Join the Community Foundation as we release Community Counts, our annual report card on Shreveport-Bossier’s quality of life indicators. Dr. Dave Norris, Chief Research and Innovation Officer at Louisiana Tech University, will present the vital data that propels our work. Community Foundation of North Louisiana has been publishing Community Counts since 2007. The report examines Shreveport-Bossier MSA (metropolitan statistical
- [2020 Grant Applications Now Open](https://cfnla.org/2020-grant-applications-now-open/) - Since inception, the Foundation has granted over $80 million to nonprofit organizations. In 2019, through the two-stage Competitive Grant Process, the Foundation considered 120 grant applications, reviewing audits or financial compilations, and whether programs are evidence-based, achieve specific reported outcomes, and meet a community need. Ultimately, the Foundation awarded $3,063,952 in competitive grants to 58
- [Financial Forecast - August 2019](https://cfnla.org/financial-forecast-august-2019/) - One of the surprises of the current economic cycle that began in early 2009 has been the lack of inflation. Economists worry about inflation levels because it erodes consumers’ purchasing power. Economic theory has long believed that as unemployment falls, inflation rises. With fewer people looking for jobs, wages tend to rise as companies look
- [WPN Brings Women Together for Good](https://cfnla.org/wpn-brings-women-together-for-good/) - Since 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network has granted over $1.1 million to effective educational programs in our area. The WPN is a fund of the Community Foundation. Its members are dedicated to studying the issues that children face in our community and collaborating to find and fund solutions to these issues. The WPN women are
- [Calling All Readers… and Nonreaders for that Matter](https://cfnla.org/callingallreaders/) - I am often asked by younger members of the community how they can get involved in philanthropy without making a substantial financial commitment. My go-to answers are: 1) educate yourself about your community, and 2) volunteer. One simple and easy way to educate yourself about the issues faced by North Louisiana is…. drumroll please…. to
- [CFNLA Issues First-Ever Special Initiative Grant to Aid Children in Poverty](https://cfnla.org/cfnla-issues-first-ever-special-initiative-grant-to-aid-children-in-poverty/) - In 2016, over 35% of families with children under 5 years of age in Shreveport-Bossier were in poverty. That same year, the percentage of persons ages 25 and over in poverty was 81.2% for those with less than a bachelor’s degree, versus 6% for those with a bachelor’s degree. There is no doubt higher educational
- [Online Donor Portal Coming Soon](https://cfnla.org/online-donor-portal-coming-soon/) - The Community Foundation is excited to announce that July 1st marks our move to a new database, which will result in an improved experience for fundholders, donors and grant applicants. This upgraded technology will make it easier than ever to connect with the Foundation, make informed decisions about your charitable giving, and stay up-to-date with
- [Scott Griffin Award 2019](https://cfnla.org/scottgriffinaward2019/) - Calling All Artists - 2019 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open Community Foundation of North Louisiana is now accepting applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming
- [Dear iPhone, I Want to Break Up](https://cfnla.org/dear-iphone-i-want-to-break-up/) - I recently saw a funny post online. It was a chalkboard in a coffee shop with the following words “We don’t have Wi-Fi. Talk to each other. Pretend it’s 1995.” It made me laugh and then shudder about my increasing reliance on my smartphone. When I first began practicing law in 2004, I had no
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Selects 2019 Grantee](https://cfnla.org/womens-philanthropy-network-selects-2019-grantee/) - The Women’s Philanthropy Network, a fund of the Community Foundation, just wrapped up another exciting year. Each year members pool their dues to make a high-impact gift to a local organization with a focus on education. The members vote on the grant recipient at the WPN annual meeting. This year, WPN members voted to fund
- [Give For Good: $10M Raised Since 2014](https://cfnla.org/give-for-good-10m-raised-since-2014/) - Give For Good, powered by the Community Foundation, is an annual online day of giving that raises unrestricted dollars for North Louisiana nonprofits. On May 7th, more than $1.8 million was raised for 223 organizations, bringing Give For Good’s total to over $10 million since it began in 2014. In addition to the funds they
- [Lisa Cronin Named to CFNLA Board](https://cfnla.org/lisa-cronin-named-to-cfnla-board/) - At Community Foundation of North Louisiana’s Annual Meeting in April, Lisa C. Cronin was announced as the newest addition to CFNLA’s seven-member Board of Directors. Lisa is succeeding long-time community volunteer Janie Richardson who served two five-year terms. Lisa brings a variety of skills and experiences to the table. She is an attorney at the
- [Generation X can flip the script in their communities](https://cfnla.org/generation-x-can-flip-the-script-in-their-communities/) - I have always been fascinated by the evolution of generations and how they differ from one another. While I am at the tail end of Generation X (born 1965-79), I have always – and still do – identify myself strongly with that generation. Perhaps one reason for my deep seeded Gen-X identification is the fact
- [More Than $110K Raised for Lincoln Parish Fund](https://cfnla.org/more-than-110k-raised-for-lincoln-parish-fund/) - The Community Foundation of North Louisiana Lincoln Parish Fund has raised more than $110,000 for tornado relief efforts in the Ruston area. Fund administrators will start distributing money to impacted public entities and area relief agencies this week. “The city of Ruston and the entire community have really come together in a major way as
- [Give For Good Returns on Tuesday](https://cfnla.org/423-2/) - North Louisiana’s largest day of giving returns on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Since 2014, Give For Good has raised more than $8.1 million for North Louisiana nonprofit organizations. The event is a 24-hour online fundraising challenge that encourages community members to support their favorite groups and find new causes that they care about. Donors choose
- [Community Foundation to Award $2.8M at Annual Meeting](https://cfnla.org/community-foundation-to-award-2-8m-at-annual-meeting/) - Each year, Community Foundation of North Louisiana opens its competitive grant process to all Caddo and Bossier Parish nonprofits. After months of the application and review process, all grant recipients will be announced at the Foundation’s annual meeting on April 30th, 4:00 PM, at the Sci-Port Discovery Center. The Community Foundation is excited to award
- [Fund Established for Ruston Tornado Relief](https://cfnla.org/fund-established-for-ruston-tornado-relief/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana has established the Lincoln Parish Fund for the benefit of the Ruston area and its community members. At this time, all donations made to the Fund will be used to support relief efforts related to the April 25, 2019 tornado. Grants will be made from the fund to nonprofit organizations,
- [Be Kind to Your Mind](https://cfnla.org/be-kind-to-your-mind/) - The sun is shining … the birds are singing … the azaleas are blooming! Since the rain clouds went away, it seems everyone is in a better mood. Or maybe my heightened mood just gives me a different perspective. Either way, in the few weeks of spring sunshine before the 90-degree temperatures set in, all
- [Here For Good](https://cfnla.org/here-for-good/) - Dear friends and community partners, Last week, Community Foundation of North Louisiana launched a new brand that reflects our rich history in this community and a fresh, modern image as we look forward to the future. We are excited to share these changes and continue to show that we are here for good. About the
- [Calling All Volunteers](https://cfnla.org/calling-all-volunteers/) - Mardi Gras is just a little over a week away. As I write this, according to the official countdown clock on mardigrasneworleans.com it is exactly 10 days, 11 hours, 3 minutes and 32 seconds away. But who’s counting? On the heels of Shreveport’s Mardi Gras celebration, I began thinking about the origins of Mardi Gras
- [A New Year's Resolution](https://cfnla.org/a-new-years-resolution/) - In my first year at the Community Foundation, every day I learned new information about our community. While I do not expect this steep learning curve to taper off any time soon, I have started to see some emerging trends. In working with and supporting multiple program areas such as Education, Human Services and Health
- [Give For Good Registration Now Open](https://cfnla.org/press-release-1/) - CALLING ALL NONPROFITS – GIVE FOR GOOD REGISTRATION OPEN SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA – Since 2014, Give For Good has raised more than $8.1 million for North Louisiana nonprofit organizations. The event is a 24-hour online fundraising challenge that encourages community members to support their favorite groups and find new causes that they care about. Keeping with

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- [Competitive Grants](https://cfnla.org/competitivegrants/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
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- [Our Initiatives](https://cfnla.org/initiatives/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
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- [Scholarship Opportunities](https://cfnla.org/grants/scholarship-opportunities/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Progress and Results](https://cfnla.org/ece-results/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [WPN Grants](https://cfnla.org/grants/wpn-grants/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [For Fundholders](https://cfnla.org/myfund/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Donors [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQ3In19@” button_text=”Why Give” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Teen Advisory Committee](https://cfnla.org/tac/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Step Forward [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6Ijc3In19@” button_text=”Step Forward” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF”
- [Job Opportunities](https://cfnla.org/jobs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] About Us [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjkzIn19@” button_text=”Our Story” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f”
- [Community Counts](https://cfnla.org/data/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Grayson Foundation Grants](https://cfnla.org/grants/grayson/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Rent Space](https://cfnla.org/communitycentral/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Special Opportunities](https://cfnla.org/specialopportunities/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Forms and Resources](https://cfnla.org/competitivegrants/resources/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Nonprofits [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjU3In19@” button_text=”Grant Opportunities” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [FAQs](https://cfnla.org/faqs/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] About Us [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjkzIn19@” button_text=”Our Story” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f”
- [Our Story](https://cfnla.org/about/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||21px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] About Us [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjkzIn19@” button_text=”Our Story” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f”
- [ECE Scholarship Initiative](https://cfnla.org/ece-scholarship/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Review the Research](https://cfnla.org/eceresearch/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Charitable Funds](https://cfnla.org/funds/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” custom_padding=”100px||100px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Donors [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQ3In19@” button_text=”Why Give” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF”
- [Spark Education Fund](https://cfnla.org/spark-education-fund/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” background_enable_color=”off” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” background_size=”custom” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Community [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjczIn19@” button_text=”Our Initiatives” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px”
- [Ways To Give](https://cfnla.org/ways-to-give/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” bottom_divider_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF90aXRsZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIn19@” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _dynamic_attributes=”title” _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|600|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_font_size=”44px” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.31) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.3) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://cfnla.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/CFNLA-Banner.jpg” custom_padding=”100px||103px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_fullwidth_header][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ specialty=”on” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Donors [/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoicG9zdF9saW5rX3VybF9wYWdlIiwic2V0dGluZ3MiOnsicG9zdF9pZCI6IjQ3In19@” button_text=”Why Give” button_alignment=”left” disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.24.0″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_size=”16px” button_text_color=”#3f3f3f” button_bg_color=”#FFFFFF” button_border_width=”0px” button_border_radius=”0px” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false”
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## Events

- [2026 Scott Griffin Award Application Open](https://cfnla.org/event/2026-scott-griffin-award/) - 2026 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open July 1, 2026 - August 8, 2026. Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 1, 2026. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through
- [Community Counts 2026](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts-2026/) - Please join Community Foundation of North Louisiana on Wednesday, September 23, for Community Counts 2026, CFNLA’s annual report on the quality of life in Shreveport-Bossier. Dr. Dave Norris, Chief Research and Innovation Officer at Louisiana Tech University, will present this year’s data report card for Shreveport-Bossier. The event is free to attend; however, we kindly ask that
- [Give For Good 2027 Nonprofit Registration Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2027-nonprofit-registration-deadline/) - Give For Good returns on Tuesday, May 4, 2027! Organizations may register for Give For Good 2027 beginning Monday, November 9, 2026. The deadline to register is Friday, December 4, 2026. More details regarding registration will be available at giveforgoodnla.org in the fall of 2026. Make sure you are signed up to receive email notices
- [Give For Good 2027 Nonprofit Registration Open](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2027-nonprofit-registration-open/) - Give For Good returns on Tuesday, May 4, 2027! Organizations may register for Give For Good 2027 beginning Monday, November 9, 2026. The deadline to register is Friday, December 4, 2026. More details regarding registration will be available at giveforgoodnla.org in the fall of 2026. Make sure you are signed up to receive email notices
- [Give For Good 2027](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2027/) - Give For Good Returns for its 14th Year of Giving! North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy, Give For Good, returns on Tuesday, May 4, 2027. Powered by Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), Give For Good is an online day of giving that has raised over $27 million in critical unrestricted funding for participating local nonprofits
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation-grant-application/) - 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
- [Competitive Grants Applications Open - Primary and Arts Grant Categories](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grants-applications-open-primary-and-arts-grant-category/) - 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
- [Competitive Grants Applications Open - Small Grant Category](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grants-applications-open-small-grant-category/) - Competitive Grants Application Timeline 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/.
- [CFNLA Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-grant-applicant-training-3/) - 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
- [CFNLA Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-grant-applicant-training-2/) - 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
- [CFNLA Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-grant-applicant-training/) - 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
- [Step Forward: ASIST Training at The Harbor](https://cfnla.org/event/asist-training/) - 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.
- [Juneteenth - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/juneteenth-cfnla-office-closed/) - CFNLA will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, for Juneteenth.
- [Fourth of July - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/fourth-of-july-cfnla-office-closed/) - CFNLA will be closed Monday, July 6, 2026, in observance of the 4th of July.
- [Labor Day - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/labor-day-cfnla-office-closed-2/) - CFNLA will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, for Labor Day.
- [Christmas Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/christmas-holiday-cfnla-office-closed-3/) - CFNLA will be closed on Wednesday, December 23, 2026, through Friday, December 25, 2026, for Christmas.
- [Thanksgiving Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/thanksgiving-holiday-cfnla-office-closed/) - CFNLA will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and Friday, November 27, 2026, for Thanksgiving.
- [Memorial Day - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/memorial-day-cfnla-office-closed-2/) - CFNLA will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.
- [WPN Annual Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-annual-meeting-2/)
- [Give For Good 2026](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2026/) - 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.
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Brunch and Learn with VYJ](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-brunch-and-learn-with-vyj/) - 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.
- [Step Forward's The Parent Talk: Atkins Elementary School](https://cfnla.org/event/parent-talk-atkins/) - 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
- [Step Forward's The Parent Talk: March 5 with Families Helping Families Region 7](https://cfnla.org/event/fhfregion7march5/) - 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
- [Early Ed Month Leadership Convening for Northwest Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/event/ece-day/) - 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
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Winter Social](https://cfnla.org/event/wpnwintersocial/) - 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.
- [Step Forward's The Parent Talk: November 7](https://cfnla.org/event/parent-talk-november/) - 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
- [Step Forward's The Parent Talk: February 21](https://cfnla.org/event/parent-talk-february/) - 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
- [Step Forward’s The Parent Talk: May 2](https://cfnla.org/event/parent-talk-may/) - 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
- [Step Forward’s The Parent Talk: August 8](https://cfnla.org/event/parent-talk-august/) - 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
- [CFNLA Office Closed: MLK Day Holiday](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-mlk-day-holiday/) - CFNLA will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026.
- [Early Office Closure at 3 pm: New Year’s Eve](https://cfnla.org/event/early-office-closure-3-pm-on-new-years-eve/) - 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](https://cfnla.org/event/office-closed-new-years-day-holiday/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026.
- [Capital Outlay Funding Presentation with Senator Thomas Pressly](https://cfnla.org/event/capital-outlay/) - 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
- [WPN Lunch and Learn: Volunteers of America North Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-and-learn-volunteers-of-america-north-louisiana/) - 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
- [WPN Fall Social: Celebrating 20 Years](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-fall-social/) - 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.
- [WPN Fall Lunch & Learn](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-learn-2/) - Impact Grantmaking: The Tools We Use to Make Philanthropic Investments Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 11:30-1:00 PM East Ridge Country Club | Gallery Room 1000 Stewart Drive, Shreveport, LA 71106 Join the Women’s Philanthropic Network and Community Foundation of North Louisiana on Wednesday, September 17, for our kickoff lunch and learn event. During this session, we will review
- [Community Counts 2025](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts-2025/) - 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,
- [WPN 2025-26 Membership Dues Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-2025-26-membership-dues-deadline/) - 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.
- [2025 Scott Griffin Award Application Open](https://cfnla.org/event/2025-scott-griffin-award-application-open/) - Scott Griffin Award Application Open: July 21 Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 21, 2025. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming
- [2025 Scott Griffin Award Application Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/2025-scott-griffin-award-application-deadline/) - 2025 Scott Griffin Award Applications Deadline: August 8 Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 21, 2025. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while
- [Give For Good 2026 Nonprofit Registration Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2026-nonprofit-registration-deadline/) - 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.
- [Give For Good 2026 Nonprofit Registration Open](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2026-nonprofit-registration-open/) - 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.
- [Competitive Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applicant-training-3/) - The 2026 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 10 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 24 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 31 at 1:00 p.m. Please register for a session here. All sessions will be held in Community Central at
- [Competitive Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applicant-training-2/) - The 2026 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 10 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 24 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 31 at 1:00 p.m. Please register for a session here. All sessions will be held in Community Central at
- [Competitive Grant Applicant Training](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applicant-training/) - The 2026 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 10 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 24 at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, July 31 at 1:00 p.m. Please register for a session here. All sessions will be held in Community Central at
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Application Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation-grant-application-deadline-2/) - 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 a year. 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
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Application Open](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation-grant-application-open/) - 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 a year. 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
- [Thanksgiving Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/thanksgiving-holiday-cfnla-office-close/) - The Community Foundation will be closed on Thursday, November 27, 2025, and Friday, November 28, 2025, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
- [Christmas Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/christmas-holiday-cfnla-office-closed-2/) - The Community Foundation will be closed on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, and Thursday, December 25, 2025, for the Christmas holiday.
- [Juneteenth - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-juneteenth/) - The Community Foundation will be closed on Thursday, June 19th, 2025.
- [Step Forward's Parent ACEs Talks](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-parent-aces-talks/) - The Parent ACEs Talks are safe settings to share daily challenges, learn ways to practice self-care, and explore how to best support the developmental and social-emotional needs of children. Please register here. Location: The Harbor 3004 Knight Street Shreveport, Louisiana 71105 Building 6, Room 168.
- [Step Forward's safeTALK Training](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-safetalk-training/) - The safeTALK training is a four-hour training that equips people to be more alert to someone thinking of suicide and better able to connect them with further help. Please register here. Location: The Harbor 3004 Knight Street Shreveport, Louisiana 71105 Building 6, Room 168.
- [Step Forward’s ACEs Educator Convening](https://cfnla.org/event/aces-convening/) - Please join us for the ACEs Educator Convening on Friday, June 13th. Secretary David Matlock will deliver remarks and a call to action. Hors d'oeuvres from Fat Calf Brasserie will be served. Cash bar will be available. Please register here. Contact Carla Burgos at burgos@cfnla.org for questions.
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Annual Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-annual-meeting-2/)
- [Competitive Grant LOI Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-loi-deadline/) - The deadline to submit a LOI for a 2026 Competitive Grant is Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 4 pm. Learn more at cfnla.org/competitivegrants.
- [Competitive Grant LOI Opens](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-loi-opens/) - The 2026 Competitive Grant LOI opens on Friday, August 1, 2025. Learn more at cfnla.org/competitivegrants.
- [Fourth of July - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/fourth-of-july/) - Community Foundation will be closed Friday, July 4, 2025, for Independence Day.
- [Labor Day - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/labor-day-cfnla-office-closed/) - Community Foundation will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025, for Labor Day.
- [Memorial Day - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/memorial-day-cfnla-office-closed/) - Community Foundation will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025 for Memorial Day.
- [2025 Competitive Grants Announced](https://cfnla.org/event/2025-competitive-grants-announced/) - The 2025 Competitive Grant Recipients will be announced on April 28th at cfnla.org/grants.
- [2024 Annual Report](https://cfnla.org/event/2024-annual-report/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana's 2024 Annual Report: Building A Brighter Future will be available to view on April 28th at cfnla.org/financials.
- [Give For Good 2025](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2025/) - Get ready to Give for Good! Give For Good is built to inspire community support by connecting people to local nonprofits they care about, all through one convenient giving website. Community Foundation hosts this event to further its mission of enhancing the quality of North Louisiana through philanthropy. This year, 232 local nonprofits are participating,
- [Give For Good Kick-Off Event at CFNLA](https://cfnla.org/event/gfgkickoff/) - Join the Community Foundation on Tuesday, May 6th, as we celebrate the 12th annual Give For Good! Enjoy complimentary refreshments from local vendors and enter your favorite nonprofit for a chance to win a $500 Give For Good prize. The kick-off party will begin at 8 AM in the lobby of the Louisiana Tower (401
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- Linwood Charter School](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-linwood-charter-school/) - Step Forward is partnering with Linwood Public Charter School, Humana Healthy Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back”, a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parents ACEs Talk are safe setting
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Lunch & Learn: The Arc Caddo-Bossier](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-lunch-learn-the-arc-caddo-bossier/) - WPN Grantee Partner, The Arc Caddo-Bossier invites you to tour their campus on Wednesday, March 26. The tour will begin at 11:00 AM, followed by lunch and remarks. Ticket cost is $15. Please purchase a ticket here.
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Winter Social](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-winter-social/) - Please join us for the WPN Winter Social on Wednesday, February 12 to celebrate Women in Philanthropy. The social will be hosted at the home of WPN Guidance Committee Chair, Carolyn Murphy Thompson. Liz LaBorde, Chief Grants Officer at Community Foundation will share remarks on the importance of impact grantmaking and women-led philanthropy. We kindly
- [WPN Grant Application Open](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-grant-application-open/)
- [WPN Grant Application Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-grant-application-deadline/)
- [Give For Good 2025: Early Giving Open](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2025-early-giving-open/)
- [2024 Donor Advised Fund: Deadline to Open a Fund](https://cfnla.org/event/2024-donor-advised-fund-deadline-to-open-a-fund/) - Are you looking for an easy, flexible way to manage your charitable giving? Consider opening a Donor Advised Fund (DAF) at CFNLA. Here’s why: Simplified Giving: Consolidate your charitable donations in one place and receive a single tax receipt each year while supporting multiple organizations! Quick and Easy: Open your DAF in just one day
- [Gift of a Brighter Future Donation Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/gift-of-a-brighter-future-donation-deadline/) - In the seasons of gratitude and giving, there are many occasions to give back on behalf of someone special in your life. This holiday season honor your loved ones in a unique and meaningful way by donating to CFNLA’s Early Childhood Education Fund. There is no better way to celebrate friends and family than by
- [Year-End Giving Donation Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/year-end-giving-donation-deadline/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will ensure your year-end giving is simple, easy, effective, and meaningful. Donations to charitable organizations like CFNLA are deductible for donors who itemize when filing tax returns. We work with you and your tax advisor to achieve the maximum impact for the causes you care about. As you make your
- [CFNLA Office Closed: MLK Holiday](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-mlk-holiday/)
- [WPN 2024-25 Membership Dues Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-2024-25-members-dues-deadline/)
- [CFNLA Office Closed: New Year's Day Holiday](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-new-years-day-holiday/)
- [CFNLA Office Closed: Christmas Holiday](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-christmas-holiday/)
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 9](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-november-9/) - Step Forward is partnering with Grandma’s Arms Childcare and Development Center LLC, Humana Health Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 27](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-november-27/) - Step Forward is partnering with Carroll’s Kiddie Ranch Learning Center, Humana Health Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks are safe
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 19](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-november-19/) - Step Forward is partnering with the Providence House, Humana Health Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks are safe settings where
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- December 5](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-december-5/) - Step Forward is partnering with Grandma’s Arms Childcare and Development Center LLC, Humana Health Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks
- [Give For Good 2025: Nonprofit Registration Deadline @ 4:00 PM](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2025-nonprofit-registration-deadline-400-pm/) - Give For Good returns on May 6, 2025! Nonprofit registration deadline December 6! Give For Good is a day dedicated to empowering local nonprofits and fostering community engagement. Participating nonprofits will have access to valuable resources, promotional tools, and a platform to showcase your organization. Any North Louisiana organization that is a 501(c)(3) public charity
- [Give For Good 2025: Nonprofit Registration Open](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2025-nonprofit-registration-open/) - Give For Good returns on May 6, 2025! Nonprofit registration is open November 1, 2024 - December 6! Give For Good is a day dedicated to empowering local nonprofits and fostering community engagement. Participating nonprofits will have access to valuable resources, promotional tools, and a platform to showcase your organization. Any North Louisiana organization that
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 20](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series/) - Save the Date for Step Forward's Bouncing Back series “A community conversation on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) & Resilience” Step Forward is partnering with Caddo Community Action Agency (CCAA) Head Start to present the “Bouncin Back” Parent ACEs Talk to parents and caregivers with children enrolled in Head Start programs. Now, more than ever parents
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 12](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-november-12/) - Step Forward is partnering with the Providence House, Humana Health Horizons Louisiana, and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks are safe settings where
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series- November 23](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-november-23/) - Step Forward is partnering with the Humana Health Horizons Louisiana and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resilience. The Parent ACEs Talks are safe settings where parents and
- [Women's Philanthropy Network: Lunch & Learn](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-and-learn/) - WPN Tour of Louisiana Key Academy Wednesday, November 13th, 2024 | 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM 261 Arthur Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71105 Are you curious about the 2024 WPN grantee recipients? Louisiana Key Academy for Caddo Parish invites you to explore the Key Academy's Caddo campus on Wednesday, November 13th. This educational tour will give
- [Community Counts 2024](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts-2024/) - 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,
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Fall Social](https://cfnla.org/event/wpnfallsocial/) - The WPN will host a networking social on Thursday, September 26th. Come join us for an evening to learn more about the group of dedicated women working together to build a brighter future for our community. The short program will begin at 6:00 PM and include remarks from, Kristi Gustavson, CEO of CFNLA, and 2024
- [Step Forward's Parent ACEs Talk at the YMCA](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forwards-parent-aces-talk-at-the-ymca/) - This event has been postponed. Step Forward is partnering with the YMCA and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks on Wednesday, August 7. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The Parent ACEs Talks
- [CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-3/) - Our office will be closed Friday, August 2, 2024. We will return Monday, August 5.
- [CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-4/) - Our office will be closed Friday, August 9, 2024. We will return Monday, August 12.
- [Step Forward's ACEs Parent Talk at AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forwards-aces-parent-talk-at-amerihealth-caritas-louisiana/) - Step Forward is partnering with AmeriHealth Caritas Louisiana and the Shreve Memorial Library to present “Bouncing Back” a series of Parent ACEs Talks on Wednesday, August 14. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The Parent ACEs Talks are safe settings where
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Application Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation-grant-application-deadline/) - The Grayson Foundation is now accepting applications for its annual grant cycle. The Grayson Foundation is a private foundation committed to improving Shreveport-Bossier's quality of life. Grants are typically awarded to programs serving disadvantaged populations in Shreveport-Bossier in the sectors of health, human services, and education. To read more about Grayson grants and to apply,
- [Annual G. Scott Griffin Applications Open](https://cfnla.org/event/annual-g-scott-griffin-applications-open/) - Calling All Artists – 2024 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open July 1st. Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 1st, 2024. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his
- [Annual G. Scott Griffin Award Applications Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/annual-g-scott-griffin-award-applications-deadline/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting July 1st, 2024. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming adversity. The deadline for entries is July 31st,
- [Step Forward's Community Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/sfcommunitymeeting/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana, is hosting its first bi-annual community meeting June 27, 2024, at Noel Memorial United Methodist Church, 520 Herndon Street, Shreveport, LA 71101 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. The mission of Step Forward is to ensure the success of all children. To accomplish our mission,
- [Fourth of July - Office Closed Thursday & Friday](https://cfnla.org/event/fourth-of-july-office-closed/) - CFNLA office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th-Friday, July 5th. We will return on Monday, July 8th.
- [CFNLA Maternal Health Speaker Series Event](https://cfnla.org/event/maternalhealthevent/) - Registration is now closed for this event. Please join Community Foundation of North Louisiana and the Women’s Philanthropy Network for a Lunch & Learn to discuss the importance of maternal and infant health. Dr. Veronica Gillispie-Bell will serve as the Keynote Speaker and will be joined by a panel of experts. Date: Wednesday, June 5th,
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talk Series at Bayou Grande](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talk-series-at-bayou-grande/) - Step Forward is partnering with Volunteers of America’s Choice Neighborhoods and the Shreve Memorial Library to present the “Bouncin Back” Parent ACEs Talk to parents and caregivers with children enrolled in Head Start programs. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series at Bayou Grande](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-at-bayou-grande/) - Step Forward is partnering with Volunteers of America’s Choice Neighborhoods and the Shreve Memorial Library to present the “Bouncin Back” Parent ACEs Talk to parents and caregivers with children enrolled in Head Start programs. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The
- [Labor Day - Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/labor-day-office-closed/) - CFNLA Office will be closed Monday, September 2nd for Labor Day. We will return Tuesday, September 3rd.
- [Memorial Day - Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/memorial-day-office-closed/) - CFNLA office will be closed Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We will return Tuesday May, 28th.
- [Step Forward's "Bouncin Back" Parent ACEs Talk- CCAA Head Start](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forwards-bouncin-back-parent-aces-talk-ccaa-head-start/) - Step Forward is partnering with Humana Healthy Horizons Louisiana, Caddo Community Action Agency (CCAA) Head Start and the Shreve Memorial Library to present the “Bouncin Back” Parent ACEs Talk to parents and caregivers with children enrolled in Head Start programs. Now, more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series at Catholic Charities](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-aces-parent-talks-series-at-catholic-charities-gabriels-closet/) - Step Forward presents “Bouncing Back” a series of community conversations on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs). Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks are safe settings where parents and caregivers can share their daily challenges, learn ways to practice
- [2023 Annual Report Release](https://cfnla.org/event/2023-annual-report-release/)
- [2024 Competitive Grants Announcement](https://cfnla.org/event/2024-competitive-grants-announcement/)
- [WPN Tour of The Harbor](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-tour-of-the-harbor/) - Want to learn more about the 2023-24 WPN Grantee? Join Kelli Todd, Executive Director of Volunteers for Youth Justice, for a tour of VYJ’s comprehensive community-based resource center, The Harbor. Lunch from Doc’s Sandwich Shop & Deli is included in the ticket price. Space is limited. Purchase a ticket here.
- [CFNLA Office Close - Good Friday](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-close-good-friday/) - Community Foundation office will be closed Friday, March 29th for Good Friday.
- [Step Forward "Bouncing Back" at YWCA of NWLA](https://cfnla.org/event/bouncing-back-at-ywca-of-nwla/) - Step Forward is partnering with the YWCA of NWLA and Shreve Memorial Library to bring the “Bouncing Back” Parent ACEs Talk to parents and caregivers participating in programs at the YWCA. Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Social](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-social/) - Please join us for a night to learn about the Women's Philanthropy Network and how you can join the group of strong, dedicated women working together to create positive change for children in our community. Special guest speaker, Keith Burton, Chief Academic Officer for Caddo Parish Public Schools, will join us to share how the
- [ECE Gift of a Brighter Future](https://cfnla.org/event/ece-gift-of-a-brighter-future/) - To start the New Year, please consider honoring your family and friends with the Gift of a Brighter Future by making a contribution to the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Fund at Community Foundation of North Louisiana. High quality early learning fosters healthy brain development during the critical first years of life and equips children for
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Membership Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-membership-deadline/) - WPN Membership The 2023-24 membership year begins on July 1, 2023, and concludes on June 30, 2024. In order to vote on the 2024 WPN grant, dues must be paid no later than March 31, 2024. (Dues received after March 31st are applied to membership for the following year.) As a CFNLA fund, 80% of annual dues
- [WPN Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-grant-applications/)
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series at Lakeside Parks Recreation Center](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-bouncin-back-series-at-lakeside-parks-recreation-center/) - Step Forward in partnership with SPAR presents “Bouncin Back” a series of community conversations on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs). Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks are safe settings where parents and caregivers can share their daily challenges,
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series at Valencia Recreation Center](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-bouncin-back-series-at-valencia-recreation-center/) - Step Forward in partnership with SPAR presents “Bouncin Back” a series of community conversations on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs). Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks are safe settings where parents and caregivers can share their daily challenges,
- [Step Forward ACEs Parent Talks Series at Mamie Hicks](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-bouncin-back-series-at-mamie-hicks/) - Step Forward in partnership with SPAR presents “Bouncin Back” a series of community conversations on Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs). Now more than ever parents and caregivers need access to the tools and resources that reduce trauma and encourage resiliency. The ACEs Parent Talks are safe settings where parents and caregivers can share their daily challenges,
- [Teen Advisory Committee 2024 Applications Due by 12/15](https://cfnla.org/event/teen-advisory-committee-2024-applications-due-12-15/) - Step Forward, an initiative of Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA), seeks 30 youth leaders from high schools across Caddo Parish to join the Teen Advisory Committee (TAC). Applications are being accepted now through December 15, 2023. Step Forward will offer 30 youth from diverse backgrounds a chance to participate in leadership development and engage
- [Give the Gift of a Brighter Future - ECE Donation Dedications Due by 12/20](https://cfnla.org/event/merry-bright-holiday-cards/) - The holidays are a time to spread joy and give back to help others’ wishes come true. During this season of giving, please consider honoring your family and friends with the Gift of a Brighter Future by making a contribution to the Early Childhood Education (ECE) Fund at Community Foundation of North Louisiana. High quality
- [Year-End Giving Deadline December 31](https://cfnla.org/event/year-end-giving/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana will ensure your year-end giving is simple, easy, effective, and meaningful. Donations to charitable organizations like CFNLA are deductible for donors who itemize when filing tax returns. We work with you and your tax advisor to achieve the maximum impact for the causes you care about. As you make your
- [Deadline to Open a new 2023 Donor Advised Fund or Other Fund - 12/29](https://cfnla.org/event/deadline-to-open-a-new-2023-donor-advised-fund-or-other-fund/) - Establish a Charitable Fund Through Community Foundation of North Louisiana’s customized philanthropic services, there are many ways to contribute and accomplish your charitable goals. You can create a Fund tailored to your specific interests, select a broad charitable purpose to benefit from your Fund, advise CFNLA as to which charitable organizations should receive grants, among
- [CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-2/)
- [CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed/)
- [CFNLA Office Closes at Noon](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closes-at-noon/)
- [Give For Good Nonprofit Registration](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-nonprofit-registration/) - Give For Good returns on Tuesday May 7, 2024. Nonprofit registration will open on January 2 and close February 2. Register at giveforgoodnla.org.
- [Give For Good 2024](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2024/) - 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 is CFNLA’s gift to the nonprofit community and receives zero proceeds from the event. Since 2014, Give For Good has raised over $19 million for local nonprofits. The annual
- [Step Forward: Gratitude Gathering](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-gratitude-gathering/) - Parents and caregivers with young children are invited to a gratitude gathering to share good food and fun with friends and family. Join Step Forward's Growing Children and LSU Ag Center as we try healthier versions of our holiday favorites while making lasting memories with the people we are thankful for. Story Time | Music
- [Crisis Response Stakeholder Panel Discussion with Q&A](https://cfnla.org/event/crisis-response-stakeholder-panel-discussion-with-qa/) - Join us for the Crisis Response Stakeholder Panel Discussion with Q&A on Thursday, November 2nd at BHP Billiton YMCA, hosted by Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA) and Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse (CADA). CADA has been named the provider for Crisis Response Services in Region 7, and it will change the way our
- [G. Scott Griffin Award Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/g-scott-griffin-award-applications/) - Calling All Artists – 2023 Scott Griffin Award Applications Open Community Foundation of North Louisiana will accept applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award starting September 13th, 2023. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation/) - 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 twice annually, however, organizations may apply only once every twelve months. Applications are submitted through the Community Foundation grant portal. The Grayson Foundation is now accepting applications for the fall grant
- [Shreveport Ideas Festival: My Ascension Documentary Screening](https://cfnla.org/event/myascension/) - Join CFNLA and the Women’s Philanthropy Network for a screening of MY ASCENSION, a documentary about suicide prevention for teens. The screening will be held at Robinson Film Center in the Willis-Knighton Theatre on Tuesday, October 17th starting at 5:30 PM. At 16 years old, varsity cheerleader Emma Benoit attempted to end her life. MY
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Fall Social](https://cfnla.org/event/1826/) - Enjoy an evening with members of the Women's Philanthropy Network to learn more about Shreveport's first women's giving circle and how they are making an impact on children in Caddo Parish. Wine and hors d'oeuvres provided. Members and nonmembers are invited and encouraged to bring friends. Please register here. Hosted by WPN member, Misty Alexander.
- [2023 Community Counts](https://cfnla.org/event/2023-community-counts/) - 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
- [Shreveport Ideas Festival: Trauma and Early Brain Development with Dr. Charles Zeanah](https://cfnla.org/event/shreveport-ideas-festival-trauma-and-infant-brain-development/) - Join CFNLA and the Women's Philanthropy Network for a presentation by Dr. Charles Zeanah about the effects trauma has on early brain development. Dr. Zeanah is the Vice Chair of Tulane School of Medicine's Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and the Executive Director of The Institute of Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health. He
- [Step Forward's Growing Children Celebration](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forwards-growing-children-celebration/) - Step Forward, Humana Healthy Horizons in Louisiana, and the Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club of Louisiana present the first Growing Children's Celebration. This event is for families with children from birth to third grade in Caddo Parish. The purpose of the event is to shine light on the importance of early learning and kindergarten
- [Grant Applicant Training Session 3](https://cfnla.org/event/grant-applicant-training-session-3/) - The next 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. Session 1 - July 19 at 10 a.m. Session 2 - July 25 at 10 a.m. Session 3 - July 27 at 10 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made with the
- [Grant Applicant Training Session 2](https://cfnla.org/event/grant-applicant-training-session-2-2/) - The next 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. Session 1 - July 19 at 10 a.m. Session 2 - July 25 at 10 a.m. Session 3 - July 27 at 10 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made with the link
- [Grant Applicant Training Session 1](https://cfnla.org/event/grant-applicant-training-1/) - The next 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. Session 1 - July 19 at 10 a.m. Session 2 - July 25 at 10 a.m. Session 3 - July 27 at 10 a.m. Reservations are required and can be made with the link
- [Grayson Foundation Spring Cycle Grants Awards Announcement](https://cfnla.org/event/grayson-foundation-spring-cycle-grants-awards-announcement/)
- [CFNLA Competitive Grants Application](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grants-open/)
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Annual Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-annual-meeting/)
- [Give For Good: Celebrating 10 Years Event](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-celebrating-10-years-event/) - Give For Good is celebrating its 10th annual giving event on Tuesday, May 2. Please join us on May 2, 2023, at 8:15 am for donuts & coffee in celebration of the 10th giving year. May 2 | 8:15 AM 401 Edwards Street (1st Floor Lobby)
- [CFNLA Competitive Grants Announcement](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-competitive-grants-announcement-2/)
- [CFNLA/WPN Documentary Screening: Addicts Among Us](https://cfnla.org/event/documentary-screening/) - Join us for the next CFNLA event: a screening of the film, Addicts Among Us, a documentary investigating the connection between Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and addiction. The event will be held at Robison Film Center in the Willis Knighton Theater room on Thursday, March 23 at 5:30 PM. Tickets are available here.
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Spring Social](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-spring-social/) - WPN Spring Social Thursday, March 2nd | 5:30 P.M. Hosted by Sarah Toups Please join us for a night to learn about the WPN and how you can join the group of strong, dedicated women working together to create positive change for children in our community. Kasie Mainero, Child Well Being Specialist for Caddo Parish
- [CFNLA Speaker Series Event with Dr. Cade Brumley](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-speaker-series-event-with-dr-cade-brumley/) - Please join CFNLA for a speaker series event with Dr. Cade Brumley, Louisiana State Superintendent of Education on February 2. Reserve your spot by purchasing a free ticket here. Thursday, February 2, 2023 | 4: 00 PM Centenary College | Whited Room 2911 Centenary Blvd, Shreveport, LA 71104
- [Give For Good 2023](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2023/) - Give for Good is North Louisiana's largest day of giving! Established in 2014 by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, Give for Good has raised over $16 million for our community. The event empowers the entire community to get involved in causes they care about while building awareness and support for hardworking local nonprofits. Give for
- [WPN Lunch & Learn](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-learn/) - Women's Philanthropy Network Lunch & Learn Join us for Communities In Schools: "The Push" (2nd screening) on Thursday, January 12 at the Shreveport Club (410 Travis Street). "The Push" is an inside look at one of the many inspiring stories being told in thousands of Communities In Schools (CIS) programs across America. The film shows
- [CFNLA Office Closed for Staff Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-office-closed-for-staff-meeting/)
- [New Years Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/new-years-holiday-cfnla-office-closed/)
- [Christmas Holiday - CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/christmas-holiday-cfnla-office-closed/)
- [Thanksgiving Holiday- CFNLA Office Closed](https://cfnla.org/event/thanksgiving/) - Community Foundation office hours for Thanksgiving Week: Monday, November 21st: 8-5 Tuesday, November 22nd: 8-5 Wednesday, November 23rd: 8-3 Thursday and Friday: Office Closed
- [Grayson Foundation Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/the-grayson-foundation-grant-applications-open/) - The Grayson Foundation is a private foundation that is committed to improving the quality of life in Shreveport-Bossier. Grant applications are accepted twice annually, however, organizations may apply only once in a 12-month period. Applications open on September 15 at 8:00 AM and the deadline to apply is October 15 at 4:00 PM. Awards will be announced in January.
- [WPN Membership Event](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-membership-event-2/) - Join the Women’s Philanthropy Network on September 29th! CFNLA’s Women’s Philanthropy Network is hosting an informational membership event on Thursday, September 29 at 5:30 p.m. at 1045 Erie Street, Shreveport, LA 71106. Philanthropically minded women are invited to learn more about the WPN. Founded in 2005, the Women’s Philanthropy Network (WPN) is a group of women
- [Grant Applicant Training Session 2](https://cfnla.org/event/grant-applicant-training-session-2/) - Community Foundation is offering two Grant Applicant Training sessions for all applicants. Trainings are optional but are highly encouraged for first time applicants. Session 2 - August 4 at 11 a.m. Reservations are required. Trainings will be held in Community Central at Community Foundation. 401 Edwards Street, Suite 105, Shreveport, LA 71101. Reserve your spot here.
- [Grant Applicant Training Session 1](https://cfnla.org/event/grant-applicant-training-session-1/) - Community Foundation is offering two Grant Applicant Training sessions for all applicants. Trainings are optional but are highly encouraged for first time applicants. Session 1 - July 21 at 11 a.m. Session 2 - August 4 at 11 a.m. Reservations are required. Trainings will be held in Community Central at Community Foundation. 401 Edwards Street, Suite 105, Shreveport,
- [Competitive Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applications-3/) - The Community Foundation accepts competitive grant applications once annually through a two-stage application process. Click here to learn more and view eligibility criteria. Timeline Stage One opens August 1 at 8 a.m. CST and closes August 21 at 4 p.m. CST. For those invited to the second stage, Stage Two opens October 15 at 8 a.m.
- [CFNLA 2022 Community Counts](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts/) - 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,
- [2022 Scott Griffin Award](https://cfnla.org/event/2022-scott-griffin-award/) - The Scott Griffin Award applications open July 1st at 8 am and will close July 31st at 5 pm. To apply, use the scholarship portal.
- [Carolyn Q. Nelson Arts Endowment Challenge- Application Open](https://cfnla.org/event/carolyn-q-nelson-arts-endowment-challenge/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana invites arts organizations to participate in the 2022 Carolyn Q. Nelson Arts Endowment Challenge. CFNLA has allocated $200,000 to encourage local art organizations to establish or add to an existing endowment fund at CFNLA. To apply, please login to your grant portal. For assistance with the grant portal or for questions
- [CFNLA Competitive Grants Announcement](https://cfnla.org/event/cfnla-competitive-grants-announcement/)
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Annual Meeting](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-annual-meeting/) - WPN will host its annual meeting Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at the LSUS Cyber Collaboratory.
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Social](https://cfnla.org/event/womens-philanthropy-network-social/) - Join us for an evening with the Women's Philanthropy Network. Hear about the inspiring and impactful work of our area's only women's giving circle and enjoy drinks and hors' d'oeuvres from Fat Calf Brasserie. Members and non-members are welcome. Members must bring a friend to attend. Thursday, March 10 from 5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
- [WPN Lunch & Learn: Learning Losses Post COVID](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-learning-losses-post-covid/) - Members and non members are welcome to the WPN Lunch & Learn, On the Road to Recovery: Learning Losses Post COVID. Superintendent Dr. Lamar Goree of Caddo Schools and Superintendent Mitch Downey of Bossier Schools discuss the lingering impact of the pandemic on student learning and well-being. Purchase tickets here or by cash or check made
- [Give For Good 2022](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good/) - Give For Good is North Louisiana's largest giving event. The event was established in 2014 by Community Foundation of North Louisiana, and since then has raised over $14 million for our community! Give For Good allows community members to discover and engage with nonprofit organizations and make a contribution to causes they feel strongly about.
- [WPN: Closing the Digital Divide](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-closing-the-digital-divide/) - Keith Hanson, Chief Technology Officer for the City of Shreveport and John Tuggle, Executive Director of Shreve Memorial Library will speak about the innovative partnership between the city and library system to make WIFI available to all in our community. Location is East Ridge Country Club (1000 Stewart Drive, Shreveport, LA). To RSVP, purchase tickets
- [Give For Good 2022 Nonprofit Registration Begins](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2022-nonprofit-registration-begins/) - Give For Good 2022 Nonprofit Registration Begins on January 3, 2022: giveforgoodnla.org/content/resources
- [Step Forward’s Re-Launch & Re-Invite combined Network Convening](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forwards-combined-network-convening/) - Step Forward’s Re-Launch & Re-Invite combined Network Convening is Tuesday, December 7, 2021 from 9:00am - 11:30am. Location: Volunteers for Youth Justice | First Presbyterian Church Gymnasium (900 Jordan, Suite 102, Shreveport, LA 71101) This in-person convening will bring Step Forward’s Building Resilience, Building Foundations and Building Futures networks together under one roof. At the
- [Virtual Counselor Breakfast](https://cfnla.org/event/virtual-counselor-breakfast/) - Calling all counselors! Join Community Foundation of North Louisiana for a virtual breakfast on Wednesday, September 15th at 9am via Zoom. We will give you information about all the scholarship opportunities available for your students as well an overview of how students can get involved in the Teen Advisory Council. The first 50 counselors to
- [National Nonprofit Day with CFNLA & Kendra Scott](https://cfnla.org/event/shopforgood/) - This National Nonprofit Day, support 2022 Give For Good Lagniappe Fund by shopping online or in-store with Kendra Scott. On Tuesday, August 17th, 20% of purchases using the designated code will be donated to the Fund. See instructions below! HOW TO SHOP Shop in-store or online all day on Tuesday, August 17th. Visit the Kendra
- [Women's Philanthropy Network Membership Event](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-membership-event/) - Join the Women’s Philanthropy Network on October 28th! CFNLA’s Women’s Philanthropy Network is hosting an informational membership event on Thursday, October 28 at 5:00 p.m. [RSVP here] Philanthropically minded women are invited to learn more about the WPN. Did you know that each year this inspiring group pools its philanthropic dollars to make a great
- [CFNLA 2021 Community Counts](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts-2021/) - 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,
- [Step Forward: Report to the Community](https://cfnla.org/event/step-forward-report-to-the-community/) - Step Forward will present its annual Report to the Community: Data Drives Results for Children on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at 12:00PM. This event will be virtual. Register [here].
- [Competitive Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applications-2/) - The Community Foundation accepts competitive grant applications once annually through a two-stage application process. Click here to learn more and view eligibility criteria. Timeline Stage One opens August 1 at 8 a.m. CST and closes August 21 at 4 p.m. CST. For those invited to the second stage, Stage Two opens October 15 at 8 a.m.
- [Scott Griffin Award: Application Deadline](https://cfnla.org/event/scott-griffin-award-application-deadline/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana is now accepting applications for the annual G. Scott Griffin Award. The award, which features a cash prize of $1,000, will be given to a local artist who has contributed to the community through his or her art while overcoming adversity. The deadline for entries is 5:00 PM on August
- [Speaker Series: Dr. Cade Brumley, LA State Superintendent of Education](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [2020 Annual Report Release](https://cfnla.org/event/2020-annual-report-release/) - CFNLA is excited to release our 2020 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
- [Give For Good 2021](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [Community Reads Book Club Discussion: So You Want to Talk About Race](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [WPN Virtual Social](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [Giving Tuesday with CFNLA & Kendra Scott](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [Give For Good Registration Open](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-registration-opens/) - 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.
- [Community Reads Book Club Discussion: The Orchid and the Dandelion](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [Community Counts 2020](https://cfnla.org/event/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,
- [Community Reads Book Club Discussion:  American Dirt](https://cfnla.org/event/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
- [Competitive Grant Applications](https://cfnla.org/event/competitive-grant-applications/) - The Community Foundation accepts competitive grant applications once annually through a two-stage application process. Click here to learn more and view eligibility criteria. Timeline Stage One opens August 1 at 8 a.m. CST and closes August 21 at 4 p.m. CST. For those invited to the second stage, Stage Two opens October 15 at 8
- [Scott Griffin Award 2020 Announcement](https://cfnla.org/event/scott-griffin-award-2020-announcement/) - Join us on September 10 as we announce and celebrate the 2020 recipient of the Scott Griffin Award for Artists. The reception will be held at 4:30 PM at Artspace. The award is named in honor of G. Scott Griffin, who was a multidisciplinary, multimedia artist with accomplishments in musical composition, instrumental performance, photography, and
- [A Night of Hope and Healing](https://cfnla.org/event/a-night-of-hope-and-healing/) - On Monday, April 6, Louisiana Public Broadcasting will present A Night of Hope and Healing. This special broadcast event includes the premiere of two documentaries that examine childhood trauma, the root cause of many of society’s greatest issues, and what answers and hope scientific research is providing to survivors. At 9PM Broken Places explores why
- [WPN Lunch & Learn: Kristi Gustavson & Laura Alderman](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-learn-kristi-gustavson-laura-alderman/) - Laura Alderman, Step Forward Executive Director, and Kristi Gustavson, Community Foundation CEO, will present findings and outcomes from the North Louisiana Early Childhood Policy Summit that took place in 2019. Members and non-members are welcome. Lunch will be served. Payment by February 28th serves as an RSVP. Purchase tickets here or by cash or check made
- [Ruston Community Counts](https://cfnla.org/event/ruston-community-counts/) - Join the Community Foundation as we discuss Community Counts, our annual report card on Ruston’s quality of life indicators such as health, education, and economics. Dr. Dave Norris, Chief Research and Innovation Officer at Louisiana Tech University, will present the vital data that propels our work. The Community Foundation has been producing Community Counts for eleven years. Data is collected on two
- [G4G Training:  Give For Good Classroom](https://cfnla.org/event/g4g-training-give-for-good-classroom/) - Bring your laptop for an in-depth training on the Give For Good technology platform. This training is open to new and previous participants who need an in-depth tutorial on how to use the Give For Good technology platform. Bring your laptop (iPads and iPhones are compatible with the Give For Good platform, but are much
- [G4G Training:  What is Give For Good?](https://cfnla.org/event/g4g-training-what-is-give-for-good-2/) - Join us for an introduction to Give For Good, North Louisiana's largest day of giving and learn how your nonprofit can be involved. This training is a great opportunity for organizations who have not participated in Give For Good to get to know more about the event and how nonprofits can register to participate. This
- [G4G Training:  What is Give For Good?](https://cfnla.org/event/g4g-training-what-is-give-for-good/) - Join us for an introduction to Give For Good, North Louisiana's largest day of giving and learn how your nonprofit can be involved. This training is a great opportunity for organizations who have not participated in Give For Good to get to know more about the event and how nonprofits can register to participate. This
- [WPN Lunch & Learn: Nasha Patel](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-learn-nasha-patel/) - Nasha Patel, Chief of Early Childhood Strategy at the Louisiana Department of Education will speak about early childhood education and childcare in our area. Members and non-members are welcome. Lunch will be served. Payment by January 24th serves as an RSVP. Purchase tickets here or by cash or check made payable to the Community Foundation. Check-in
- [Book Club Discussion: Just Mercy](https://cfnla.org/event/book-club-discussion-educated-2/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana invites any and all in the community to join Community Reads, a book club led by CFNLA. We encourage community members to join us as we read about issues like poverty, education, addiction, mental health, blight, and criminal justice reform. Each quarter CFNLA will announce a new book selection. At the
- [WPN Lunch & Learn: Sister Sharon Rambin](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-lunch-learn-sister-sharon-rambin/) - Learn about children's health outcomes from guest speaker Sister Sharon Rambin. Sister Sharon is a clinic manager at David Raines Community Health Centers and a longtime advocate for accessible healthcare for children in Shreveport-Bossier. Members and non-members are welcome. Lunch will be served. Payment by December 6th serves as an RSVP. Purchase tickets here or
- [Give For Good 2020](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-2020/) - Did you know that one of North Louisiana's largest events takes place entirely online? Last year, 4,251 donors came together to raise over $1.8 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
- [Book Club Discussion: Educated](https://cfnla.org/event/book-club-discussion-educated/) - Beginning in September 2019, Community Foundation of North Louisiana invites any and all in the community to join Community Reads, a book club led by CFNLA. We encourage community members to join us as we read about issues like poverty, education, addiction, mental health, blight, and criminal justice reform. Each quarter CFNLA will announce a
- [Community Counts 2019](https://cfnla.org/event/community-counts-2019/) - Join the Community Foundation as we release Community Counts, our annual report card on the state of Shreveport-Bossier and the data that propels our work. The study examines our MSA's quality of life on key metrics such as health, education, and poverty and compares us to 10 other similar communities in the region. A presentation
- [WPN September Program](https://cfnla.org/event/wpn-september-program/) - Learn more about the Women's Philanthropy Network and network with members. Guest speaker Carolyn Spaht Gonzales will present the outcomes of the Volunteers of America's Communities in Schools program and the plan for expansion. This event will be held at the home of one of our members. Email wpn@cfnlaweb.rubyshore.com to RSVP or for more information.
- [Emotional Wellness: Lighting the Pathway to Success](https://cfnla.org/event/emotional-wellness-lighting-the-pathway-to-success/) - Following the Resilience screening and community conversations on the effects of childhood trauma, we invited Dr. Stacia' Alexander from Dallas to discuss how her mental health clinic at Paul Quinn College has assisted in raising the college’s retention rate from 38 to 71 percent. With over 20 years’ experience as a licensed professional counselor, Dr. Alexander will speak
- [2020 Grant Application Training](https://cfnla.org/event/2020-grant-application-training/) - There are BIG changes coming to the Community Foundation grant process! Make sure that your organization is prepared and eligible to apply for and receive grants during our 2020 cycle. All applicants are REQUIRED to attend one mandatory Grant Applicant Training Session prior to submitting a Stage One application. Reservations are required and space is limited. The
- [Give For Good Celebration](https://cfnla.org/event/give-for-good-celebration/) - On May 7, more than $1.8 million was raised for North Louisiana nonprofits through Give For Good and we want to celebrate with you! Join us and many of the participating organizations at the Great Raft Brewing Tasting Room on Wednesday, June 5, 5:00-7:00 PM. $13,000 in prizes announced 1 of every pint purchased will
- [Shop For Good](https://cfnla.org/event/shop-for-good/) - Shop your favorite stores and nonprofits all in one place on Saturday, May 4, 11:00am-3:00pm! 🛍 Shop at participating stores and proceeds will be donated to the Give For Good 2019 Lagniappe Fund, supporting over 230 nonprofits! ❤️ Visit with seventy area nonprofits on site and learn about the great work they do in our
- [Annual Meeting 2019](https://cfnla.org/event/annual-meeting-2019/) - Join us as we celebrate our successes of the past year and announce our 2019 grant recipients. This event is fun for the whole family and includes a science magic show featuring Dr. Wayne Gustavson, an interactive experiment for children, and free time in Sci-Port following the presentation. SCHEDULE 4:00 - Welcoming Remarks 4:15 -
- [Give For Good 2019](https://cfnla.org/event/giveforgood2019/) - Give For Good is North Louisiana's largest day of giving. The event was established in 2014 by the Community Foundation of North Louisiana, and since then has raised over $8.1 million for our community! Give For Good allows community members to discover and engage with nonprofit organizations and make a contribution to causes they feel
- [Employment Law Seminar](https://cfnla.org/event/employmentlaw/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana invites nonprofit staff to attend an Employment Law Seminar given by attorneys Allison A. Jones and Michael D. Lowe. Ms. Jones and Mr. Lowe will give an overview of existing employment law and explore the effects of the #metoo movement on the rights of employers and employees.
- [The State of Education with John White](https://cfnla.org/event/johnwhite/) - Community Foundation of North Louisiana and Women's Philanthropy Network invite you to a speaker series event: The State of Education, with speaker John White. John White, the Louisiana State Superintendent of Education, will be discussing the current issues and successes of education in our state and in our area. We hope that you will join

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