Be the One Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Be the One Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,716 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,570 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$23,716
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,570
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$28,828
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $20,531 the year before.
50% 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 | $29,700 | 4 | $4,693 |
| 2024 | $20,531 | 3 | $4,539 |
| 2025 | $23,716 | 4 | $28,828 |
How to apply
Be the One Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 4 | $23,716 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Healing Place Church | Donation | $15,000 |
| Knock Out Ms | Donation | $4,000 |
| Empower 225 | Donation | $3,141 |
| The Baton Rouge Clinic | Donation | $1,575 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Causey
- Jared Causey
- Melinda Causey
Questions people ask
Does Be the One Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Be the One Foundation Inc give?
$23,716 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,570.
Who runs Be the One Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua Causey (President), Jared Causey (Secretary) and Melinda Causey (Treasurer).