LWCC Foundation
Preselected recipients only
LWCC Foundation is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7,000 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 | $7,000 | 1 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 3 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
LWCC 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 LWCC Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 3 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Biomedical Research Foundation | To provide ten educational workshops to entrepreneurs in ten cities across North Louisiana. | $50,000 |
| The Idea Village | To support their 2 core accelerator programs: VillageX and IDEAinstitute | $50,000 |
| Social Entrepreneurs of New Orleans | To support their core technical assistance programming: Impact Accelerator | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Hawie
- Gretchen Hofeling
- Michael Stiltner
- Amanda Didier
Questions people ask
Does LWCC Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does LWCC Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs LWCC Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Hawie (President), Gretchen Hofeling (VP & Treasurer), Michael Stiltner (President) and Amanda Didier (Secretary).
What does LWCC Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.