Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation
Accepts applications
Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $280 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $140 and the largest $180. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$280
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$140
- Largest grant$180
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6,000 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,000 | 1 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $280 | 2 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ralph Calhoun 2006 Riverside Drive, Monroe, LA 71201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (318) 387-5281 |
| What to submit | In order for our board to make decisions on various contribution requests, we ask that you supply us with as much of the following information as possible: 1. Type of organization; 2. Copy of internal revenue service letter evidencing tax exemption pursuant to section 501(c)(3) of the irc and also advising that you are not a private foundation as defined in section 509(a); 3. Date organization began; 4. Name of person in charge or organization; 5. Purpose of request and use of funds; 6. Will this request be an ongoing request; 7. Any other date you think pertinent to our board's decision. |
| Restrictions | There are no restrictions, but there are some preferences. The foundation prefers charities from the ouachita parish area. Other charities given special consideration are ones involved in the arts, particularly music. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $180 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kedm Public Radio | Charitable | $180 |
| American Camellia Society | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Henry Biedenharn III
- F Murray Biedenharn
- Ralph Calhoun
- Malcolm B Oakley
- Malcolm S Sager
- Keith Biedenharn
- Bernard A Sager
Questions people ask
Does Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation give?
$280 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $140.
Who runs Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Henry Biedenharn III (Director), F Murray Biedenharn (Vice President & Director), Ralph Calhoun (Executive Director) and Malcolm B Oakley (President/Treasurer & Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Emy Lou Biedenharn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.