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A Guide to Year-End Giving
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 a...
CFNLA Awards $10,000 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...
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...
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...
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...