Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,225 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,225. 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$49,225
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,225
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $27,500 | 22 | $984,950 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 19 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $49,225 | 19 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Paul and Betty McDonald 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 Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 16 | $46,725 |
| Alaska | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chimp Haven | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $11,225 |
| Southfield School | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $7,500 |
| YMCA of Northwest Louisiana - BHP Billiton | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $3,500 |
| Robinson Film Center | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Shreveport Green | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Shreve Memorial Library Foundation | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Pet Savers Inc | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| The Community Foundation | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| The Glen Retirement System | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Uss Kidd Veterans Memorial | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Centenary College of Louisiana | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Alaska | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Louisiana | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Shreveport Opera | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Delta Delta Delta Foundation | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Neighborhood Falmouth | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $500 |
| Era Civic Club of Shreveport | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $500 |
| Caddo Council on Aging | Unrestricted gift to 501(c)(3) organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Betsy V Boze
- Lee Gray Boze
- Broox Boze
- Garret Vogel
Questions people ask
Does Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation give?
$49,225 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Betsy V Boze (Trustee), Lee Gray Boze (Trustee), Broox Boze (Trustee) and Garret Vogel (Trustee).
What does Paul and Betty McDonald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.