The Powers Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Powers Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $322,450 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$322,450
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $338,082 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $338,082 | 41 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $322,450 | 39 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
The Powers Foundation Inc 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 Powers Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 37 | $307,450 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Center Corporation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Volunteers of America of North Louisiana | Charitable | $30,000 |
| La Tech University College of Business | Educational | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Community Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Food Bank of Northwest Louisiana | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Providence House | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Film Prize Jr | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Centenary College | Educational | $10,000 |
| Community Renewal International | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Edify | Educational | $10,000 |
| La Key Academy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Shreveport Symphony | Civic | $10,000 |
| The Arc Caddo - Bossier | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse of Northwest Louisiana | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Martin Luther King Health Center | Medical | $5,000 |
| Revitalize Historic Highland | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shreveport Garden Study Club | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Bridge | Medical | $5,000 |
| Volunteers for Youth Justice | Charitable | $5,000 |
| YMCA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Youth Enrichment Program | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shreveport Opera | Educational | $4,000 |
| Rutherford House | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Gingerbread House | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Shreveport Regional Arts Council | Charitable | $2,750 |
| Catholic Charities of North Louisiana | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Christian Service Program | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Holy Angels Residential Facility | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement of North Louisiana | Educational | $2,500 |
| LSU Health Sciences Fdn | Medical | $2,500 |
| Norwela Council Boy Scouts of America | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Spine Institute of Louisiana | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Geaux 4 Kids | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Petsavers of Shreveport | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Northwest Louisiana Medical Society | Charitable | $1,200 |
| LSU Heatlh Shreveport | Medical | $1,000 |
| Robinson Film Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Cody White Jr
- Stephen C White
- Ellen H White
Questions people ask
Does The Powers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Powers Foundation Inc give?
$322,450 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Powers Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists C Cody White Jr (Pres & Treas), Stephen C White (V.P.) and Ellen H White (Sec).
What does The Powers Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.