Northwest Louisiana Military Support Foundation

09/22/2026

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Calling all businesses and academia! We are hosting a Problem Definition Workshop for the B-21 Integrated Master Schedule October 15-16 at the Cyber Innovation Center. We need your help to create a real-time analytics tool for Air Force Global Strike Command that will link practitioners at multiple levels to collate and share data. This will identify and resolve challenges across the B-21 program for resource-informed, actionable decisions. If your organization would like to participate in this collaboration, register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=AN656Au7G0SFIb2EwWZuawb2oWOfmGNGpzJ0dwtTRJ5UMkZBUTZFOTlOSDgzWlZXSUsyT0ZRWEVZVy4u

06/17/2026

The Military Relations Committee of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce and the NWLA Military Support Foundation join our military community and our nation in mourning the tragic loss of eight lives aboard the B-52 training flight.

Our hearts are with the families, friends, fellow service members, civilian teammates, and all those affected by this devastating loss. The men and women who serve, support, maintain, and fly these missions do so with extraordinary dedication, courage, and sacrifice. Their commitment to our nation will not be forgotten.

As a community with deep ties to the B-52 mission and Barksdale Air Force Base, we stand in solemn support of the families and units grieving today. We ask our community to keep them in your thoughts and prayers in the difficult days ahead.

With deepest sympathy and respect.

05/26/2026

For Military Appreciation Month, Sam's Town Hotel & Casino, Shreveport raised funds through t-shirt sales and contributed $2,650 toward supporting and recognizing our military community through the Northwest Louisiana Military Support Foundation.

Thank you for your support and partnership!

03/11/2026

One of the things that makes military communities so special is the exceptional spouses who quietly see a need and step up to make life better for everyone around them. 💙

Right now, one of our own Barksdale spouses is doing just that.

Sydney, is working to open a free indoor play space for young military families on base — a safe place where kids can play and parents can connect and build community.
She’s hoping to open during the Month of the Military Child in April.

She’s already personally funded much of the project — covering the space, updating flooring, painting, and purchasing toys and supplies. She’s currently raising support for the final pieces, including a two-story play structure and other equipment to help create a welcoming space for families.

If you’d like to support the project or simply follow along with the progress, you can learn more here:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-build-btfcs-inclusive-play-area

And when it opens, we hope many of you will come celebrate and enjoy the space she’s creating for our community. These are the kinds of efforts that make military towns feel like home. ✨

https://gofund.me/0f3d31f84

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02/26/2026

We care deeply about our military families here in NWLA — and we know that getting connected to the right resources quickly makes all the difference. 💙🇺🇸

That’s why we partnered with Five & Thrive and the Bossier Chamber of Commerce to create a convenient, one-stop resource hub just for you.

The local THRIVE Guide makes it easy to find support for:
✔️ Childcare
✔️ Education
✔️ Spouse Employment
✔️ Healthcare
✔️ Housing

Inside, you’ll find resources available on Barksdale Air Force Base, throughout Shreveport and Bossier City, and across the state of Louisiana.

👍🏼 Be sure to bookmark this page so you can access the local THRIVE Guide anytime you need it.

☑️ Everything inside is clickable and designed to connect you quickly.

Start exploring: linking the comments.

01/13/2026

🌟 Join Our Board of Directors! 🌟
We’re looking for passionate military family representatives and community leaders to help shape the future of our organization and make a real impact in 2026.

✅ Why Join?
• Influence programs that support military families and our community.
• Collaborate with dedicated leaders and peers.
• Use your expertise to guide our mission and initiatives.

Current Initiatives Include:
• Celebrating military families through community events.
• Supporting Purple Up campaigns with local schools.
• Hosting a Holiday Cookie Drive for Airmen.
• Advancing the S.E.E.K. Initiative for military spouses.
• Expanding the info Hub and THRIVE Guide.
• Recognizing Airmen and military spouses during Military May.

📌 Board Details:
• Term: 1 year
• Positions: Member, Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary, Treasurer
• Commitment: 8 meetings per year

Ready to make a difference?
👉 Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBqV0tL7M2yJhI5qn6f015Sx3UOwU86plnPAV_ViQMFgZGrA/viewform

👉 Learn more: nwlamilitarysupport.org/about-us/

Explore resources, military discounts, and our THRIVE Guide:
business.bossierchamber.com/military

Northwest Louisiana Military Support Foundation (NWLA MSF) is
a proud 501(c)(3) subsidiary of the Bossier Chamber of Commerce.
📍 710 Benton Rd., Bossier City, LA | ☎ 318-746-0252

Together, we can improve the quality of life for military families and build a community where they are celebrated, supported, and recognized.

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