Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund
Preselected recipients only
Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund is a private foundation in Ruston, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $2,400. 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$12,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$2,400
- Assets$290,573
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $18,000 | 8 | $276,656 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 7 | $280,873 |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 7 | $290,573 |
How to apply
Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund 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 Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 7 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Christmas Tree Fund | To provide toys/clothes for children in need | $2,400 |
| Natchez Fire Department | To aid needy children | $2,400 |
| Natchez Fraternal Order of Police | To aid people in need | $2,400 |
| Natchez Community Stew Pot | To feed people in need | $2,000 |
| Seeds of Change Resource Foundation | To aid people in need | $1,500 |
| Natchez Children's Home Services | To aid people in need | $1,000 |
| Rehabilitation Center Inc | To provide christmas cheer to people in need | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Mr J W Seibert
- Mr Jay Lehmann
- Mayor Darryl V Grennell
- Mr Cappy Stahlman
- Argent Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Mr J W Seibert (Trustee), Mr Jay Lehmann (Trustee), Mayor Darryl V Grennell (Trustee) and Mr Cappy Stahlman (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Marion E Taylor Christmas Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and community development.