William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $373,414 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $65,500. 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$373,414
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$65,500
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was down from $395,344 the year before.
19% 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 | $395,344 | 31 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $373,414 | 26 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust 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 William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 26 | $373,414 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baton Rouge General Foundation | General support | $65,500 |
| Catholic Charities of the Diocese | General operating | $53,414 |
| Alzheimer's Services | General operating | $20,000 |
| Cancer Services of Greater Baton Rouge | General support | $20,000 |
| Capital Area Casa Association | General support | $20,000 |
| Rebuilding Together Baton Rouge | General support | $20,000 |
| Teach for America | General support | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $15,000 |
| Career Compass of Louisana | General operating | $15,000 |
| Franciscian Missionaries of Our Lady University | General support | $15,000 |
| Baton Rouge Youth Coalition | General operating | $13,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operating | $12,500 |
| Olol Children's Health Childrens Developmental Center at McMains | General support | $12,500 |
| Make-A-Wish Louisiana | General support | $12,500 |
| Lrce | General operating | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Woman's | General support | $10,000 |
| Knock Knock Children's Museum | General operating | $7,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Greater Baton Rouge & Acadiana | General support | $5,000 |
| The Life House | General support | $5,000 |
| Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response | General support | $5,000 |
| Girls on the Run | General support | $5,000 |
| Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Pointe Coupee Early Childhood Coalition | General support | $4,000 |
| The Life of A Single Mom | General operating | $2,500 |
| Douglas Manship Sr Theatre Holding Complex | General support | $2,500 |
| Girl Scouts Louisiana East Inc | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Hancock Whitney Bank
Questions people ask
Does William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust give?
$373,414 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Hancock Whitney Bank (Trustee).
What does William Edwin Montan Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and health.