Joyce S Mudd Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joyce S Mudd Foundation is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $242,428 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $7,125 and the largest $112,428. 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$242,428
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$7,125
- Largest grant$112,428
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $163,170 the year before.
80% of its 2025 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 | $219,091 | 12 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $163,170 | 8 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $242,428 | 10 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
Joyce S Mudd 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 Joyce S Mudd Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 8 | $207,928 |
| Maryland | 1 | $27,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| the Centenary College of Louisiana | for funding the construction of a handicap accessible elevator to be built in the Hurley School of Music building | $112,428 |
| Centenary College | to provide funding for the construction of a handicap accessible elevator to be built in the Hurley School of Music building | $43,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | for funding research to develop gene editing therapies for patients with cystic fibrosis | $27,000 |
| FeistWeiller Cancer Center | provided funds for the McDade Hospice House | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Durham NC | Provided funds for its mobile dental clinic | $7,500 |
| The Minden Foundation | Provide charitable assistance within the Minden LA area for those needs not specifically met by other charities | $6,750 |
| Haughton Police Department | provided funds for the purchase of police body cameras | $5,750 |
| Humane Society of NW Louisiana | provided funds for renovating all of its kennels | $5,600 |
| the First Baptist Church School | for funding the construction of Sports Complex for the schools students | $5,000 |
| Christus FoundationICU | Provided funds for an ICU unit for babies born prematurely | $4,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda M Turley
- John S Mudd
- Susan M Holland
- Carlene J Mudd
Questions people ask
Does Joyce S Mudd Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joyce S Mudd Foundation give?
$242,428 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $7,125.
Who runs Joyce S Mudd Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda M Turley (Co-Director), John S Mudd (Co-Director), Susan M Holland (Co-Director) and Carlene J Mudd (Co-Director).
What does Joyce S Mudd Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.