The Adair Street Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Adair Street Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mandeville, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $2,100. 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$20,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$2,100
- Assets$176,704
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,000 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $10,100 | 12 | $193,239 |
| 2023 | $10,000 | 13 | $190,239 |
| 2024 | $20,000 | 15 | $176,704 |
How to apply
The Adair Street Family 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 The Adair Street Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 9 | $12,300 |
| New York | 2 | $2,100 |
| California | 1 | $2,100 |
| Montana | 1 | $1,400 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust | Wildlife preservation | $2,100 |
| Wyes TV | Support public television | $2,100 |
| Unity of Greater New Orleans | End homelessness | $2,100 |
| New Orleans Women's Shelter | Provide shelter for abused women and children | $1,500 |
| Starc | Assistance for disabled people | $1,500 |
| La SPCA | Rescue and rehoming of stray animals | $1,400 |
| Northshore Humane Society | Save homeless companion animals | $1,400 |
| One Tree Planted | Reforestation | $1,400 |
| The National Forest Foundation | Conservation of resources | $1,400 |
| Rainforest Foundation US | Forest preservation | $1,400 |
| Ozanam Inn | Serving the homeless | $800 |
| Northshore Food Bank | Alleviate hunger | $800 |
| Intl Planned Parenthood Federation | Promote planned parenthood services | $700 |
| African Wildlife Found | Save african wildlife | $700 |
| Wwno 1049 FM | Support public radio programming | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert G Gerdes
- Paula Gerdes
Questions people ask
Does The Adair Street Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Adair Street Family Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs The Adair Street Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert G Gerdes (President) and Paula Gerdes (Director).
What does The Adair Street Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, environment and conservation and animals.