James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houma, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $100,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $27,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was up from $48,500 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $211,942 | 46 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $48,500 | 24 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 22 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
James J Buquet Jr Family 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 James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 18 | $92,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana | General Support | $27,000 |
| Vandebilt Catholic High School | General Support | $23,000 |
| Bayou Community Foundation | General Support | $6,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General Support | $6,000 |
| Holy Trinity Academy | General Support | $5,000 |
| Nicholls Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation | General Support | $4,000 |
| American Legion Post 233 | General Support | $4,000 |
| MAX Charter School | General Support | $2,500 |
| Randolph College | General Support | $2,000 |
| St Matthews Episcopal Church | General Support | $2,000 |
| The Firm Foundation of Houma | General Support | $2,000 |
| Tulane University | General Support | $2,000 |
| Junior Auxillary of Houma | General Support | $1,500 |
| Terrebonne Foundation for Academic Excellence | General Support | $1,000 |
| Fletcher Technical Community College Foundation | General Support | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Terrebonne General Health System | General Support | $1,000 |
| Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne | General Support | $1,000 |
| Louisiana Center for Women in Government and Business | General Support | $1,000 |
| MacDonell Children's Services | General Support | $1,000 |
| Virginia Episcopal School | General Support | $1,000 |
| Westminster Canterbury Foundation | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Glenny Lee C Buquet
- James J Buquet III
- Andree B Casey
- Carleton A Casey
- Sinclair M Buquet
- Michelle E Buquet
Questions people ask
Does James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Glenny Lee C Buquet (President), James J Buquet III (Secty-Treas), Andree B Casey (Director) and Carleton A Casey (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does James J Buquet Jr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.