LSUS Institute for Nonprofit Administration & Research

Going to the ARNOVA conference is always a highlight of the year. This year marks the 53rd annual conference and it is designed to create a public conversation, as well as opportunities for presenting research about, pressing issues and vital opportunities facing the voluntary or nonprofit sector. This year two of our very own are presenting at ARNOVA! Dr. Zeeshan Noor, Professor and MSNPA Program Director, and Dr. Chen Ji, MSNPA Professor, are both presenting throughout the conference. INAR itself is also exhibitor, which is so exciting, and we are very grateful. The Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA) is a diverse community of scholars, educators, philanthropists, and practice leaders focused on strengthening the field of nonprofit and philanthropic research to improve civil society and human life. The work and community ARNOVA fosters and supports is deeply beneficial in the #nonprofit space. Thanks for having us! LSU Shreveport #arnova24 #conference #community #learning

On November 12th, we had an amazing time at the Healthy Blue Community Leaders Breakfast here at LSU Shreveport with our very Dr. Heather Carpenter co-hosting! We kicked things off with a warm welcome from LSUS Chancellor Dr. Robert Smith, who shared his support for the work. The highlight of the morning was hearing from Ms. Wyolonda Hall, former Shreve-Memorial Library branch manager and current Healthy Blue member. Wyolonda shared her personal story of transitioning from a community partner to a Medicaid member after being diagnosed with cancer, giving a powerful firsthand look at how Healthy Blue makes a difference. We were joined by Goodwill Industries, The Salvation Army, Volunteers of America, and more community organizations, all of whom play a key role in making sure people have access to the resources they need. This breakfast was such a great opportunity to connect, learn, and spread the word about everything Healthy Blue offers, especially during this important open enrollment season. ?? Thanks to everyone who came out and continues to support these efforts! ?? #HealthyBlue #CommunityLeadership #OpenEnrollment #Medicaid #StrongerTogether #HealthyCommunities #LSUS

?? Exciting News! ?? Our SPOD Chair, Zeeshan Noor, Ph.D., has just co-authored a groundbreaking article with Leigh Hersey! This study reviews 48 articles through Lovejoy & Saxton’s (2012) "Hierarchy of Engagement" framework, shedding light on the untapped potential of #SocialMedia in philanthropy. Despite social platforms' wide reach, the study finds that these tools are still underutilized for advancing philanthropic engagement. Check it out to learn how we can better leverage social media for community impact and meaningful engagement. #Research #Philanthropy #CommunityEngagement #AI #SocialMedia #SPOD https://lnkd.in/ebU5c33v

Today is an extra special day in the #nonprofit #world. It's ??NATIONAL PHILANTHROPY DAY??! Now what does that mean? Well simply put, it is a day to honor and recognize the incredible power and change of giving. All over the world people give to the causes and organizations they #believe in, and every day those gifts shape the future! The Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP Global) holds events every year on November 15th and we got to attend one today! There was so much energy in that room and we loved it. #fundraising #change #nonprofits #giving #PHILANTHROPY LSU Shreveport

Another smashing success with our friends at Louisiana Alliance for Nonprofits and fantastic community members at #Coffee and #Connections. The camaraderie, conversation, and collaboration at these events brighten our day! Seeing dedicated community members meet and share insights and stories shows just how strong the #nonprofit sector in #Louisiana is! Thanks to LSU Shreveport and the LSUS Noel Memorial Library for hosting us in such a beautiful space. Be on the lookout for our next series of events ???? #nonprofitorganization #connectionsmatter

Who doesn't love a good #open #house? On Monday we were able to meet so many people from the LSU Shreveport and #Shreveport community and share a little bit about what we do here at INAR. Between our work with nonprofits and organizations and educational programming our #impact is #local and #national and our reach gets a little longer everyday. #Thanks to all those who came out and spent your Monday with us! We hope to see you soon ??

Today is the 32nd PUMPKIN SHINE! Come welcome in the Fall Season with us and the community over at Betty Virginia Park from 4:00pm-8:00pm. Admission is free to this unique and family-friendly event hosted by Southfield School and SPAR (Shreveport Public Assembly and Recreation). Free iShuttle transportation to the event will be available from 4:00-8:00 p.m. from the Sears parking lot. Enjoy the evening with concessions while you marvel at the creative pumpkin displays throughout the park! Local judges will announce prize winners from area schools at 7:30 p.m., with cash awards totaling $1,500 to benefit school art programs. LSU Shreveport #Fall #pumpkins #nonprofits #community #shreveport

What's one of the #SCARIEST things #nonprofits have to overcome? #GRANTS Have no fear though, we are here to help! This Thursday come to our #hybrid Grant Writing Workshop and learn all you need to know to about the process. 10/24/24 8:30am-11:30am https://lnkd.in/gHdg9s38 In person or Online #nonprofits #grants #nonprofitorganization #professional #professionaldevelopment

Calling all #nonprofits!!! We have an exciting opportunity on the horizon. For the past couple years we have had the chance create #capacity #building cohorts for nonprofit leaders in the area. These programs have been wildly successful and rewarding. Thanks to the Carolyn W. and Charles T. Beaird Family Foundation for their generous support and sponsorship of the 2025 Capacity Building Cohort. ?? Through the cohort, members will receive weekly professional development, be paired with a mentor, and work on a meaningful project. We can accept 10 nonprofit #leaders from Northwest #Louisiana so get you applications in! DEADLINE: 10/31/24 Apply at www.lsus.edu/inar

The Institute for Nonprofit Administration and Research. What exactly does that mean??? Wonder no longer! Join us Monday October 28th for an INAR #Open #House and learn all about what we do for the #shreveportbossier area, #Louisiana, and how our work spreads across the country. You'll learn all about our academic programs, consulting work, research and so much more. To entice you even further, there will also be refreshments and...#PRIZES! Come by Bronson Hall 117 on the LSU Shreveport campus from 11:00am-1pm on 10/28/2024 and join us for a great time.