Give for Good raises $2.53 million for north Louisiana nonprofits
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The Community Foundation of North Louisiana announced that Give for Good, in its 12th year, raised $2,535,735 for over 200 regional nonprofits. GFG is an annual online fundraiser that invites all to take part in philanthropy and help transform communities.
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'Give for Good is such a wonderful celebration of our community's generosity and collaborative spirit,' said CFNLA CEO Kristi Gustavson. 'We are honored to provide this opportunity to showcase the vital contributions our local nonprofits make to our community and are so proud of the way that our citizens step up year after year to support this work. Thank you to all the individuals and organizations participating in Give for Good 2025!'
Over $2.53 million was raised through 8,708 gifts from 4,207 donors to support 222 regional nonprofits. GFG has raised nearly $25 million since its creation in 2014.
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'Give for Good is the most important philanthropic day of the year,' said Shreveport Mayor Tom Arceneaux. 'Hundreds of charities participate and benefit from additional contributions from the Lagniappe Fund. I was proud to join with so many others to make my donations during Give for Good.'
Source: CFNLA
Source: CFNLA
Source: CFNLA
Visit giveforgoodnla.org for the complete list of results. To learn more or become involved, contact CFNLA at giveforgood@cfnla.org or 318-221-0582.
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