The Parks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Parks Family Foundation is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $129,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $69,000. 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$129,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$69,000
- Assets$25,199
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $145,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $145,000 | 11 | $5,199 |
| 2024 | $129,000 | 9 | $25,199 |
How to apply
The Parks 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 Parks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 6 | $104,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $15,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tiger Athletic Foundation | To support foundation | $69,000 |
| Knock Knock Museum | To support foundation | $10,000 |
| Mary Bird Perkins | To support foundation | $10,000 |
| MD Anderson | To support foundation | $10,000 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | To support foundation | $10,000 |
| Broadmoor Methodist | To support foundation | $5,000 |
| Career Compass | To support foundation | $5,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis | To support foundation | $5,000 |
| Mer Rouge United Methodist Church | To support foundation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janice N Parks
- Bradford T Parks Sr
- Frederick L Parks Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Parks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Parks Family Foundation give?
$129,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Parks Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janice N Parks (Sec/Treas), Bradford T Parks Sr (Director) and Frederick L Parks Jr (Director).
What does The Parks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and faith communities.