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07-05-2025
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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. Fundraiser to reunite siblings, fight against muscular dystrophy '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. Nonprofit works to save ShreveCorps amid funding cut '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 for the complete list of results. To learn more or become involved, contact CFNLA at giveforgood@ or 318-221-0582. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
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24-04-2025
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‘Give for Good' challenge: what is it, how to join?
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — North Louisiana's largest day of philanthropy returns on Tuesday, May 6, featuring 232 organizations participating in the Give for Good day. Give for Good is currently welcoming early donations, organized by the Community Foundation of North Louisiana (CFNLA). This year, they aim to uplift the community by reaching their goal of $3 million. Their online platform provides each nonprofit with a customized giving page, where the organization can share its mission, programs, needs, and volunteer opportunities, according to Give for Good. Donors can easily browse, search, and filter participating organizations by sector or location. Noble Savage, nonprofit host Give for Good Watch Party 'We are proud to sponsor Give For Good in our community for the 12th year,' says CFNLA CEO Kristi Gustavson. 'Give For Good day is always exciting and energizing as we watch the donation total grow and hear from our local nonprofit organizations about the programs and the people who will benefit from this community support. Every year, I am amazed at and humbled by the generosity and civic spirit illustrated through Give For Good.' CFNLA says, donors can also contribute to the '', a bonus pool of over $200,000 that boosts donations made to participating nonprofits on a pro-rata basis. Participating nonprofits are also eligible to win special Give For Good prizes throughout the giving event. To find local businesses hosting events, visit their 'Community Events' tab on their website. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.