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…
Financial Forecast: November 2021
Alan Bergin, Fund Evaluation Group 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…
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…
The Privilege of a Normal Day
Kristi Gustavson, CEO 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…
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…
Financial Forecast: June 2021
Alan Bergin, Fund Evaluation Group 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,…
$1 million raised and $1 million gained for Caddo Parish children
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…
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…
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…
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…