Charles Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles Foundation is a private foundation in Abbeville, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $348,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $23,200 and the largest $116,000. 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$348,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$23,200
- Largest grant$116,000
- Assets$24,810
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $342,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $324,000 | 7 | $32,900 |
| 2024 | $342,000 | 7 | $23,931 |
| 2025 | $348,000 | 7 | $24,810 |
How to apply
Charles Foundation 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.
What Charles Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $139,200 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $116,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $46,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $23,200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $23,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Acadiana - | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcare,Education | $116,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hol | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcareEducation | $116,000 |
| Community Foundation of Acadiana - | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcare,Education | $23,200 |
| Schwab Charitable - 909 Charitable | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcare,Education | $23,200 |
| NPT - JP Morgan - Payne Family Char | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcareEducation | $23,200 |
| NPT - JP Morgan - Magnolia Fund | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcareEducation | $23,200 |
| Community Foundation of Middle TN - | Conservation, ReligiousHealthcareEducation | $23,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca R Godchaux
- Theresa P Godchaux
- Charles R G Payne
- G Nelson Payne
- Julian B Payne
- Rebecca P Spence
- Stephen M Meador
- Dorothy M Clyne
Questions people ask
Does Charles Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles Foundation give?
$348,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $23,200.
Who runs Charles Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca R Godchaux (Director), Theresa P Godchaux (Vice President, Director), Charles R G Payne (Vice President, Director) and G Nelson Payne (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Charles Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, faith communities and community development.