Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $355,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$355,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2024 was up from $297,000 the year before.
15% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $297,000 | 43 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $355,000 | 41 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
Louie & Tootsie Davis 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 Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 31 | $258,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $9,000 |
| California | 1 | $7,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Providence Classical Academy | Educational | $30,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | Humanitarian | $30,000 |
| Domestic Abuse Resistance Team | Humanitarian | $30,000 |
| Cada | Addiction treatment | $22,000 |
| LSU Health Foundation | Educational | $21,000 |
| Salvation Army-Shreveportbossier | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Foodbank of Northwest Louisiana | Humanitarian | $15,000 |
| Louisiana Baptist Childrens Home | Help children in need | $12,500 |
| Louisiana Metodist Childrens Home | Help children in need | $12,500 |
| Caddo Council on Aging | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Gingerbread House Child Advocate | To aid children in need | $10,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Help children in need | $10,000 |
| Shreveport Bossier Rescue Mission | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Military veteran support | $10,000 |
| Aim Adoptions | Help children in need | $10,000 |
| The Humane Society of the United States DBA Humane World for Animals | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Pinnacle Search and Rescue | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Texas Equusearch | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Military veteran support | $7,500 |
| Providence House | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Shreveport | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Every Warrior | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Children and Arthritis Inc | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement of North la | Educational | $4,000 |
| Pet Savers | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Stephens Baptist Church | Religious | $4,000 |
| Volunteers of America | Retired military support | $4,000 |
| Backside Benevolence Fund Inc | Religious | $3,500 |
| Ford Park Baptist Church | Religious | $3,000 |
| Robinson's Rescue | Animal spay/neutering | $3,000 |
| The Arc | Humanitarian | $3,000 |
| Mexican Indian Training Center | Educational | $2,500 |
| Norwela Council | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Shreveport Volunteer Network | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program | Animal spay/neutering | $2,000 |
| Shriner's Hospital-Shreveport | Medical assistance | $2,000 |
| Pilots for Patients | Medical assistance | $1,000 |
| Sons of the American Legion Squadron 14 | Military veteran support | $1,000 |
| Unity Baptist Church | Religious | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Pugh
- Heather Miller
- Jean Cottingham
- Mary Jo Hicks
- Dianne Davis Hanes
Questions people ask
Does Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation give?
$355,000 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Pugh (President), Heather Miller (Treasurer), Jean Cottingham (Secretary) and Mary Jo Hicks (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Louie & Tootsie Davis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.