Cane River National Heritage Area announces new Façade Improvement Grant program
Cane River National Heritage Area (CRNHA) is launching a new Façade Improvement Grant Program to support the preservation and rehabilitation of historic buildings throughout Natchitoches Parish. The competitive program will provide grants of up to $5,000 for eligible exterior improvements to qualifying historic properties. Awards require a minimum 1:1 match, which may include cash, eligible non-federal funding, donated materials or professional services, and documented volunteer labor. Our historic
Weyerhaeuser Natchitoches contributes $46,000 to local organizations through 2026 Giving Fund
Weyerhaeuser Natchitoches announced that $46,000 has been awarded through its 2026 Giving Fund to support local organizations, schools and community programs throughout Natchitoches Parish. The contributions were recommended by the local Natchitoches Giving Fund team and reviewed and approved by Weyerhaeuser’s corporate team. Funding supports a variety of community needs, including education, youth development, emergency assistance, animal welfare and services for families. O Organizations and
Northwestern State awarded $3.25 million HRSA grant to support nursing students
Northwestern State University has been awarded a five-year grant expected to provide $3.25 million through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to support eligible Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) students and help strengthen Louisiana’s nursing workforce. The award was made through HRSA’s Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students Program. Northwestern State received $650,000 for the first budget period, with $650,000 in
