The Giardina Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Giardina Family Foundation is a private foundation in Thibodaux, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,315 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,950 and the largest $75,250. 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$150,315
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,950
- Largest grant$75,250
- Assets$610,250
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $92,697 the year before.
57% 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 | $118,359 | 13 | $733,016 |
| 2023 | $92,697 | 10 | $693,001 |
| 2024 | $150,315 | 14 | $610,250 |
How to apply
The Giardina 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 Giardina Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 13 | $149,315 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nsu Foundation | To encourage contributions to help the university provide expanded opportunities for bright, talented men and women | $75,250 |
| Maxine Giardina Charter School | Unrestricted donations for operation of school | $24,165 |
| Ed White Catholic High School | To impart the catholic faith, promote academic excellence, and enhance self-esteem. | $20,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of South Louisiana | To encourage and assist individuals, families and businesses in giving to catholic entities within the south louisiana region. | $10,000 |
| Ascension Episcopal School | To promote a faith-filled environment of academic excellence in a christian environment. | $6,000 |
| Annual Bishop's Appeal | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department | To improve the services we provide to the community as well as provide for the overall safety of the firemen who provide those services. | $2,150 |
| St Joseph Seminary College | Contribution | $1,750 |
| Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Center | Since opening in 2003, crossroads pregnancy resource center (cprc) has been serving women and families facing unplanned pregnancy in a safe, confidential, judgement-free environment. Cprc has served over 2,700 women and families in the five parish bayou region of lafourche, terrebone, assumption, st. Mary, and st. James. | $1,500 |
| Friends of the la Center for Women in Cgovernment & Business | To sponsor louisiana girls leadership academy | $1,500 |
| St Joseph Abbey Aka Saint Joseph Benedictine Abbey | To assist in furnishing one of savio hall's 48 dorm rooms and to assist in repairing roads on campus. | $1,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General operational support | $1,000 |
| St Joseph Church | General operational support | $500 |
| St Genevieve Catholic Church | Contribution to assist funding event | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jacob Giardina
- Jacob Giardina Jr
- Helen Loeske
- Ben Giardina
- Anthony Giardina
Questions people ask
Does The Giardina Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Giardina Family Foundation give?
$150,315 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,950.
Who runs The Giardina Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jacob Giardina (President), Jacob Giardina Jr (Vice President), Helen Loeske (Secretary) and Ben Giardina (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Giardina Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.