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Sun, Apr 28(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Mon, Apr 29(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Tue, Apr 30(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Wed, May 1(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Thu, May 2(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Fri, May 3(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Sat, May 4(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Sun, May 5(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Mon, May 6(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
Tue, May 7(1 event)

Give for Good 2024

Tue, Apr 23 Tue, May 7

We of the New Arts Cultural Society and our performing choir, the New Dimensions Choral Society, are proud to once again partner with the Community Foundation of North Louisiana and participate in this wonderful charitable fundraising event!

The IRS tax deadline was Apr. 15. Wish you’d donated more to charity so you’d get a bigger refund? Or did you get a nice refund and want to do something good with it? Please donate to us from Apr. 23–May 7 at: giveforgoodnla.org/organization/NEWARTSCULTURALSOCIETY

The Community Foundation of North Louisiana describes this wonderful giving opportunity as follows:


On May 7 the Community Foundation and 227 area non-profits (including us) will join together for North Louisiana’s largest day of philanthropy. Since its inception in 2014, Give For Good has inspired generosity from thousands of people like you who have given more than 70,000 donations, generating over $19 million in critical funding for local nonprofits that make our community stronger.

Last year, 4,212 donors came together to raise a record $2¾ million for 207 area nonprofits. With a minimum donation amount of only $10, everyone can be a philanthropist. Simply visit giveforgoodnla.org to give directly to your organizations of choice.

How to Give:

  1. Visit giveforgoodnla.org from April 18–May 2.
  2. Find your favorite causes and add as many organizations to your cart as you like.
  3. Give your best and check out in one easy step. You’ll receive a tax receipt immediately.

The best part? All gifts are amplified by the Lagniappe Fund, a bonus pool of over $200,000 that is awarded through pro rata matching and prizes. Since 2014, the Lagniappe Fund has awarded more than $2¼ million in bonus funds and prizes to participating nonprofits.

Together we can create a stronger, more vibrant North Louisiana!
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Sat, Jun 1(1 event)

1:00pm: Singing in the Park! 2024


Sat, Jun 1

Join Us for a Musical Extravaganza at Caddo Common Park!

The New Dimensions Choral Society, in collaboration with the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, invites you to a spectacular musical event at Caddo Common Park. Join us on Saturday, June 1, at 869 Texas Avenue for an afternoon of enchanting music featuring excerpts from George Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, followed by “Spirituals Galore.” Come early and enjoy the scenery and food from the food trucks, then at 3 ㏘ the show itself starts.

Under the artistic direction of Patricia Britton-Hall, the event will showcase the incredible talents of featured soloists Brenda Wimberly, John Collins, Terry Taylor, Marty B. Smith, Natorshau Davis, MeGail Parsons, Ellen Lewis Hall, Nolan Budgewater II, and Anthony Cheathem.

SRAC: Shreveport Regional Arts CouncilNational Endowment for the Arts

This program is generously supported by a grant from the Shreveport Regional Arts Council, with funding from the National Endowment for the Arts.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience an afternoon of beautiful music in the vibrant setting of Caddo Common Park. This event is free and open to the public.

Event Details:

  • Date: Saturday, June 1
  • Time: 1 – 4 ㏘ (show starts @ 3 ㏘)
  • Location: Caddo Common Park (869 Texas Avenue), Shreveport, LA

Come and enjoy an afternoon of cultural enrichment and musical delight!

About the New Dimensions Choral Society:

The New Dimensions Choral Society, led by Artistic Director Patricia Britton-Hall, is dedicated to bringing high-quality choral music to the community, showcasing diverse repertoires and talented musicians. It was founded by the late Bobby Wiggins.

About the Shreveport Regional Arts Council:

The Shreveport Regional Arts Council fosters, supports, and promotes the arts in the region, providing grants and resources to local artists and organizations to enrich the cultural landscape of Shreveport.

The New Dimensions Choral Society will create a new program in two acts to educate the general public about the rich history of African American music. Composed of professional musicians and singers, the Society will present solos and choral works from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Then they’ll sing Negro Spirituals indicative of the songs that were sung by African Americans during enslavement, Reconstruction, and Jim Crow eras. There’ll be narration and explanation of the songs and their significance, as well as the imagery evoked by the words and cadence.

Caddo Common Park
869 Texas Ave
Shreveport, LA 71101
USA

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