Louisiana Alliance for Nonprofits upcoming events

{LSUS SPRING WORKSHOP} Board Development: How to Be a More Effective Nonprofit Leader (April 16, 2026)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Nonprofit board members play a vital role in advancing the mission, ensuring accountability, and building a strong and sustainable organization. This two part workshop series can be taken separately or together. The first workshop is board development from a staff and founder perspective. Whether you're new to board service or looking to sharpen your skills, this interactive 90-minute workshop will help you to create and manage an effective board.

Led by experts from the Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research, this in-person session offers clear guidance, practical tools, and real-world examples tailored to the needs of Louisiana nonprofits.

Participants will learn how to:

Understand the legal and fiduciary responsibilities of board service
Create board meeting, committee work, and strategic planning systems
Partner effectively with the board in achieving the mission
Recognize the characteristics of high-performing boards

Who Should Attend: Nonprofit founders, executive directors and board chairs looking to strengthen board leadership and engagement.

Format: In-person, (Online for those outside of North Louisiana) 90-minute workshop with case studies, peer discussion, and take-home resources for ongoing board development.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Informative Session: The ETOUFFEE Program (VIRTUAL) (April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The ETOUFFE program, Enhancing Technological Opportunity for yoU and your Family to Foster Education and Enterprise, is a broadband expansion program funded by the U.S. Treasury that provides laptops, desktop computers, and accessibility-equipped devices to eligible public-facing organizations across Louisiana.

The goal is simple: ensure residents have access to the technology they need to build digital skills necessary for work, education, and health monitoring. Devices are distributed directly to selected organizations; no reimbursement or upfront purchase is required.

Eligible applicants include nonprofits, libraries, municipalities, public health agencies, faith-based organizations, educational institutions, and other community-serving entities located in areas where affordability remains a barrier to broadband use. Projects must provide free, public access to devices and support all three focus areas: work, education, and health. To learn more about program requirements and the application process, we invite you to join an information session:

Date: Tuesday, April 21st
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (light refreshments provided)

Informative Session: The ETOUFFEE Program (IN-PERSON) (April 21, 2026)

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Date: Tuesday, April 21st

Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (light refreshments provided)

Guests can attend IN-PERSON at Bonvenu Bank Community Room, or VIRTUALLY on Zoom.

Executive Director Exclusive Coffee & Connects: Baton Rouge (April 29, 2026)

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 13:30:00 GMT

Join us for an informal yet informative gathering designed exclusively for nonprofit leaders. Let's share ideas about how your organization is showing its impact in today's challenging environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and connect with fellow leaders in the nonprofit sector!

Event is for LA Nonprofit Executive Directors who are also members of The Alliance.

{LSUS SPRING WORKSHOP} How to Be a Better Nonprofit Board Member (May 14, 2026)

Thu, 14 May 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Nonprofit board members play a vital role in advancing the mission, ensuring accountability, and building a strong and sustainable organization. This two part workshop series can be taken separately or together. This second 90-minute workshop is designed to help board members strengthen their understanding of governance, financial oversight, and strategic leadership. Whether you’re new to board service or want to enhance your contribution, this session provides clear guidance and actionable tools.

Participants will review the key responsibilities of nonprofit boards, how to work effectively with staff leadership, and how to serve as ambassadors and fundraisers for their mission.

Participants will learn how to:
• Review legal and fiduciary duties of nonprofit board members.
• Learn the difference between governance and management.
• Discover how to engage in strategic planning, fundraising, and advocacy.

Who Should Register: Current and prospective board members, nonprofit founders, and executive directors.

Format: In-person, (Online for those outside of North Louisiana) 90-minute workshop with case studies, peer discussion, and take-home resources for ongoing board development.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Impact Amplified Regional Conference, North Louisiana (Shreveport) (September 10, 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Event details coming soon...