Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,750 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $45,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$145,750
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$3.2 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $145,750 | 25 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Denis & Amy Taylor 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 Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Louisiana. It also paid $550 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 15 | $115,200 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Benilde School | General organization support | $45,000 |
| St Catherine of Siena | General organization support | $15,000 |
| Make A Wish Texas Gulf Coast and Louisiana | General organization support | $15,000 |
| One Heart Nola | General organization support | $7,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General organization support | $6,700 |
| St Michaels Special School | General organization support | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General organization support | $5,000 |
| Catholic Charities | General organization support | $5,000 |
| Houston Children's Charity | General organization support | $5,000 |
| The Andrew Weishar Foundation | General organization support | $5,000 |
| Wings for Life USA | General organization support | $5,000 |
| Amigos for Christ | General organization support | $5,000 |
| Emily's Entourage | General organization support | $4,000 |
| Coping With Laryngomalacia | General organization support | $2,500 |
| Hotel Hope | General organization support | $2,500 |
| The Epilepsy Association of Central Florida | General organization support | $2,000 |
| Casa Jefferson Inc | General organization support | $2,000 |
| St Francis Xavier Church | General organization support | $2,000 |
| The Roots of Music | General organization support | $2,000 |
| Pontchartrain Conservancy | General organization support | $1,000 |
| The ALS Association | General organization support | $1,000 |
| Healing With Horses Louisiana | General organization support | $1,000 |
| Freckle Design | General organization support | $550 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | General organization support | $500 |
| American Legion Post 329 | General organization support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- J Denis Taylor
- Amy Taylor
- Megan Taylor
- John Denis Taylor Jr
Questions people ask
Does Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation give?
$145,750 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Denis Taylor (Director), Amy Taylor (Director), Megan Taylor (Director) and John Denis Taylor Jr (Director).
What does Denis & Amy Taylor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.