The Louisiana Association of Nonprofit Organizations (LANO) is a statewide network of nonprofits, foundations, corporations and individuals from every region of the state. With over 1,000 members, LANO's mission is to strengthen, promote and build the capacity of Louisiana's nonprofit sector through education, advocacy and member services.
LANO provides leadership, resources and forums around the state through our corporate, branch and field offices. We support our members through our:
- Membership benefits & discounts
- Trainings
- Public policy efforts
- Organizational capacity building
LANO was founded by the Council for a Better Louisiana (CABL) after a lengthy planning process. In 1999, LANO separately incorporated and received its 501(c)(3) designation from the IRS.
Our Board of Directors represents all sectors of Louisiana's nonprofit community and every region. LANO is certified in compliance with the National Standards for Excellence and founded the Louisiana Standards for Excellence. LANO is a member of the National Council of Nonprofit Associations (NCNA).
