The Ethel K Toor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ethel K Toor Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,400 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,900 and the largest $9,000. 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$28,400
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,900
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$631,770
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,600 the year before.
20% 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 | $26,400 | 8 | $531,761 |
| 2024 | $22,600 | 8 | $582,041 |
| 2025 | $28,400 | 8 | $631,770 |
How to apply
The Ethel K Toor 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 3 | $19,400 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,300 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,200 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Newman School | Unrestricted | $6,300 |
| Patricia Trost Friedler Foundation | Unrestricted | $4,100 |
| Camel Club Inc | Unrestricted | $3,300 |
| Liberation Programs Inc | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Temple Kol Emeth Legacy Fund | Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Friedler III
- Milton Trost Friedler
- Carolyn Henley Friedler
Questions people ask
Does The Ethel K Toor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ethel K Toor Foundation give?
$28,400 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,900.
Who runs The Ethel K Toor Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank Friedler III (Trustee), Milton Trost Friedler (Trustee) and Carolyn Henley Friedler (Trustee).