Whitewater
Preselected recipients only
Whitewater is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,767 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,750 and the largest $2,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$12,767
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,750
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$332,725
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $12,500 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $259,189 |
| 2024 | $12,500 | 6 | $313,433 |
| 2025 | $12,767 | 8 | $332,725 |
How to apply
Whitewater 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 Whitewater funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 6 | $9,767 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southfield School | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Loyola College Prep | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Common Ground Community Inc | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Food Bank of NW la | Unrestricted gift | $1,500 |
| Catholic Charities of Nwla | Unrestricted gift | $1,500 |
| Lama Dorje Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Caddo Bossier Cancer Foundation League Inc | Unrestricted gift | $767 |
Officers and trustees
- R Joseph Naus
Questions people ask
Does Whitewater accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Whitewater give?
$12,767 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,750.
Who runs Whitewater?
Its 2025 filing lists R Joseph Naus (Director).
What does Whitewater fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.