Starting a Nonprofit in Louisiana: From Vision to Reality

Tue, 19 Aug, 2025 at 06:00 pm UTC-05:00

1 University Pl, Shreveport, LA, United States, Louisiana 71115 | Shreveport

LSUS Continuing Education
Publisher/HostLSUS Continuing Education
Starting a Nonprofit in Louisiana: From Vision to Reality
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Are you passionate about solving a community problem or pursuing a social mission? This interactive workshop will guide aspiring nonprofit founders through the essential steps to legally establish and successfully launch a nonprofit organization in Louisiana.
Whether you have a fully formed idea or are just exploring possibilities, you’ll gain a clear understanding of the legal, financial, and strategic components of starting a nonprofit in Louisiana. Led by experts from the Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research, this session will provide the tools and templates you need to turn your vision into a viable and sustainable organization.
Participants will learn how to:
Determine if forming a nonprofit is the right path
Draft a mission statement that inspires and informs
Navigate the legal steps to incorporate and obtain 501(c)(3) status
Understand the state-specific requirements for Louisiana nonprofits
Develop a basic budget and governance structure
Create a plan for fundraising, compliance, and impact
Who Should Attend:
This workshop is ideal for community members, changemakers, church and civic leaders, students, and professionals interested in launching or formalizing a nonprofit initiative in Louisiana.
Format: In-person (Online for those outside of North Louisiana), 90-minute workshop with time for Q&A and take-home resources.
In Person Registration: https://www.ce.lsus.edu/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2001
Zoom Registration: https://www.ce.lsus.edu/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2003
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