The Ramsie Kate Baumgardner Memorial Fund
Accepts applications
The Ramsie Kate Baumgardner Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Kaplan, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,100 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $1,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1,100
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$35,663
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $31,763 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 1 | $33,645 |
| 2025 | $1,100 | 2 | $35,663 |
How to apply
| Contact | The RKB Memorial Fund 7815 Emery Road, Kaplan, LA 70548 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (337) 643-3688, ali.vincentflyers@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Applicants can access a digital application form at https://www.rkbmemorialfund.com/apply-for-scholarship.To qualify, seniors must have attended North Vermilion High School for the past 2 years, achieved a 3.0 or better GPA throughout their Junior and senior years, maintained a good disciplinary record and demonstrated both school and community involvement. Also seniors interested in applying for this scholarship must submit an essay of no more than 300 words explaining how they have contributed to their school and community. Recipients of this scholarship must show proof of enrollment at a 2 or 4 year academic college or university, technical school, trade school, community college or junior college before the funds are released. |
| Deadlines | Applications must be submitted by the first Thursday in May. The scholarship is awarded on Senior Da |
| Restrictions | Must have attended North Vermilion High School for the previous 2 years and be a senior. Must have achieved a 3.0 or better GPA for junior and senior year. Must have a good disciplinary record Must have demonstrated both school and community involvement |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Fire Fighters Assn | Charitable donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Aline Vincent
Questions people ask
Does The Ramsie Kate Baumgardner Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications must be submitted by the first Thursday in May. The scholarship is awarded on Senior Da.
How much does The Ramsie Kate Baumgardner Memorial Fund give?
$1,100 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs The Ramsie Kate Baumgardner Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Aline Vincent (executive director).