Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation
Accepts applications
Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $333,333 and the largest $416,667. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.7 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$333,333
- Largest grant$416,667
- Assets$93.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.6 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4.4 million | 14 | $68.0 million |
| 2023 | $3.6 million | 13 | $83.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 12 | $93.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Edgecombe 201 St Charles Avenue Suite 2508, New Orleans, LA 70170 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (504) 599-5950 |
| What to submit | Request letters and outlines |
| Restrictions | Louisiana educational institutions only |
What Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $3.7 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St George's Episcopal School | Imagine the possibilities capital campaign | $416,667 |
| University of New Orleans | Laboratory/classroom modernization (final phase) | $406,667 |
| Metairie Park Country Day School | Turf replacement project | $400,000 |
| Louisiana State University | Library learning commons | $375,000 |
| Tulane University | Richardson memorial center (architecture school) renovation - 2nd award | $375,000 |
| Centenary College | Mickle hall renovation | $333,333 |
| St Augustine High School | Health and wellness center renovations | $333,333 |
| Louise S McGehee School | She will, we will capital campaign | $300,000 |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | Media broadcast center equipment | $283,162 |
| St Martin's Episcopal School | George cottage renovations | $250,000 |
| Isidore Newman School | Newman fieldhouse construction | $166,667 |
| Dillard University | New dormitory hall construction | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura S Shields
- Elizabeth S Nalty
- John W Waid
- Shelby Westfeldt Mills
- Thomas D Westfeldt
- Robert E Edgecombe
Questions people ask
Does Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $333,333.
Who runs Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura S Shields (Director & Treasurer), Elizabeth S Nalty (Director & President), John W Waid (Director & Secretary) and Shelby Westfeldt Mills (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Edward G Schlieder Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.