United Way · Houma, LA (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
United Way for South Louisiana
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $39K
- Typical grant
- $39K to $39K (middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $39K, its median Tennessee grant. New grantees usually get less than long-time ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County · plus 18 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- Rarely: every Tennessee group it funded in 2024 had also been funded in 2023. Build a relationship before asking.
- Total giving that year
- $220K
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $220K | $39K | 1 |
| 2023 | $395K | $17K | 1 |
How to apply
Public charities don't report how to apply on their IRS return. Check its website for open grant rounds, or search GrantMe for its programs.
Board and officers
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- Alina MerlosExecutive director
- Courtney AlcockSecretary
- David BoudreauxVice president at large
- Darlene RodrigueTreasurer
- Kim ElfertBoard member
- Timothy EmersonBoard member
- Earl EuesBoard member
- Mike FakierBoard member
- Garett HohenseeBoard member
- Paul LabatBoard member
- Bryce LedetBoard member
- Jerry LedetBoard member
- Jay CluneBoard member
- Joellen MarcelBoard president
- Diane YeatesBoard member
- Elmy SavoieCampaign chair
- Greg StockBoard member
- Arlanda WilliamsBoard member
- Sue SzushPast president
- Harvey AuthementVice president at large
- Michelle Mickie RousseauBoard member
- Kristine StricklandBoard member
- Vernon BourgeoisBoard member
- Gary PalmerBoard member
- Carlo GaglianoFund distribution co-chair
- Brett DuthuFund distribution co-chair
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Financial support
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Groups it already funds are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Recipient | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Memphis, Shelby County | Financial Support | $39K |
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