The Azby Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Azby Fund is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 47 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$29.6 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $715,000 | 55 | $26.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 45 | $27.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 47 | $29.6 million |
How to apply
The Azby 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 The Azby Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 46 | $1.1 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Tammany Parish Humane Society | Civic - unrestricted | $250,000 |
| River Road Historical Society | Historical | $130,000 |
| Recreational Fisheries Institute | Environment | $104,500 |
| The Friends of West End | Civic - darlington fountain | $99,000 |
| Tulane University | Educational | $85,000 |
| Mount Carmel Academy | Education | $55,000 |
| Historic New Orleans Collection | Arts | $50,000 |
| St Mary's Dominican High School | Education | $50,000 |
| New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute | Educational | $40,000 |
| Uncommon Contruction Inc | Empower youth with the skills, network, resources | $35,000 |
| Ainsley's Angels of America | Civic | $30,000 |
| Archbishop Hannan High School | Educational | $18,000 |
| Fore Kid's Foundation | Civic | $16,000 |
| Longue Vue House & Gardens | Civic | $12,500 |
| Kidsmart Foundation | Arts | $10,500 |
| De la Salle High School | Education | $10,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus School | Education | $10,000 |
| Louisiana Rugby Corporation | Education & recreation | $10,000 |
| Loyola University | Educational | $10,000 |
| New Orleans Academy of Fine Ar | Arts, education | $10,000 |
| Newman School | Educational | $10,000 |
| City Park Conservancy | Conservation | $8,000 |
| The Harry Thompson Center Inc | Civic - unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Catholic High School | Educational | $5,000 |
| Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation | Recreation and civic | $5,000 |
| Jesuit High School | Education | $5,000 |
| Ladies Leukemia League | Medial | $5,000 |
| New Orleans Film & Video Festival | Arts film & video | $5,000 |
| Rivers Institute | Rivers project | $5,000 |
| Vieux Carre Commission Foundation | Historical preservation of buildings | $5,000 |
| Immaculate Conception Jesuit Church | Education | $4,000 |
| St Scholastica Academy | Education | $3,500 |
| Innocence Project New Orleans | Education | $3,000 |
| Karnival Krewe de Louisiane in | Medial | $3,000 |
| St Mary's Assumption Church | Religion | $3,000 |
| Start the Adventure in Reading | Education | $3,000 |
| Temple Sinai | Religion | $3,000 |
| Brother Martin High School | Educational | $2,500 |
| St Francis Xavier Catholic Church | Religion | $2,500 |
| Sugar Buzz | Educational | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Fitzmorris
- Aimee' F Siegel
- James R Morton
- Michael S Liebaert
- Patrick W Fitzmorris
- Samuel S Farnet Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Azby Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Azby Fund give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Azby Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann Fitzmorris (President), Aimee' F Siegel (Director), James R Morton (Secretary Treasurer) and Michael S Liebaert (Executive Director Retired) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Azby Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and faith communities.