Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation
Accepts applications
Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $283,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$283,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $102,000 the year before.
78% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,400 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $102,000 | 6 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $283,000 | 10 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susan Ferrell P O Box 5217, Shreveport, LA 71135 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (318) 470-5129 |
| What to submit | No particular form: Should contain a grant proposal signed by an authorized official which contains the specific amount, the purpose of the request, a description of the project along with the projected cost. The applicant must also submit a copy of the Federal determination letter. |
What Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 10 | $283,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Faith based organization providing support to individuals in need | $50,000 |
| Christus Foundation | To provide health care for the community | $50,000 |
| Community Renewal International | Social Services | $40,000 |
| Food Bank of North Louisiana | Provide food for individuals in need | $40,000 |
| Catholic Charities of North Louisia | Religious | $30,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Supports families with children with medical needs | $30,000 |
| Gingerbread House | Provides resources for abused children and their families | $30,000 |
| Heart of Hope | Provides assistance for young women who are pregnant | $10,000 |
| CE Byrd High School Girls Socccer | Support youth Athletics | $2,000 |
| CE Byrd High School Alumni | Educational | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Ferrell
- Nancy Emery
- Frank Ferrell
- William Emery Jr
Questions people ask
Does Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation give?
$283,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Ferrell (Secretary/Treas), Nancy Emery (Board Member), Frank Ferrell (Board Member) and William Emery Jr (Board Member).
What does Arthur and Joyce Trowbridge Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, faith communities and health.