The Toler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Toler Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $435,000 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$435,000
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $450,000 the year before.
14% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $487,500 | 22 | $7.9 million |
| 2023 | $450,000 | 22 | $8.6 million |
| 2024 | $435,000 | 21 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
The Toler 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 Toler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 20 | $425,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carrollton Booster Club | Capital campaign | $70,000 |
| Christ Episcopal School | Capital campaign | $47,500 |
| Trinity Episcopal School | Capital campaign | $35,000 |
| Rebuilding Hope in New Orleans | Capital campaign | $30,000 |
| Bricolage Academy of New Orleans | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| National World War II Museum | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Ochsner Developmental Therapeutics | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Survivor Rowing Club | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| New Orleans Career Centernola Wkfor | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Isidore Newman School | Capital campaign | $15,000 |
| St Thomas Community Health Center I | Capital campaign | $15,000 |
| Ochsner-Alzheimer's Research Fund | Research fund | $15,000 |
| Audubon Nature Institute Inc | Kids zoo to do funding | $10,000 |
| Ladies Leukemia League Inc | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| New Schools for New Orleans | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| New Orleans Charter Science Math Hs | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| The University of the South-Sewanee | Capital campaign | $10,000 |
| New Orleans Mission | Capital campaign | $7,500 |
| Metropolitan Crime Coalition | Capital campaign | $5,000 |
| Pro Bono Publico Foundation | Capital campaign | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nathaniel P Phillips Jr
- St Denis Villere II
- Kathleen Louise Doody
- Nathaniel P Phillips III
- St Denis J Villere III
Questions people ask
Does The Toler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Toler Foundation give?
$435,000 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Toler Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nathaniel P Phillips Jr (Director/Pres), St Denis Villere II (Director), Kathleen Louise Doody (Director/Sec/Tr) and Nathaniel P Phillips III (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Toler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.