Updated Nov 4, 2026
Private foundations based in Lake Charles, Louisiana
6 grantmaking foundations headquartered in Lake Charles, Louisiana, holding $20M in assets. Ranked by grants paid in their latest 990-PF; 3 on this page say they accept applications. For foundations ranked by where their grants went, see local funders.
| Foundation | Grants paid | Median grant | Accepts applications | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shearman Foundationsince 1982 | $296K49 grants · 2025 | $2,500 | Preselected only | $3.4M |
| The Dore Family Foundationsince 2007 | $260K2 grants · 2024 | $130K | Yes | $1.2M |
| Chambers Medical Foundation Trsince 1990 | $169K12 grants · 2024 | $5,000 | Yes | $3.4M |
| William T & Ethel Lewis Burton Foundationsince 1964 | $149K5 grants · 2024 | $12K | Yes | $4.2M |
| The Fritz Lang Foundationsince 1996 | $53K6 grants · 2024 | $6,950 | Preselected only | $6.5M |
| Francis X Bride Test Trsince 2023 | — | — | Preselected only | $1.7M |
Sources: IRS Business Master File (assets), ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer and IRS 990-PF e-file (grants paid, application policy). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own Part XV checkbox.
Open grant programs in Louisiana
All 2| Deadline | Grant | Funder | Award ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollingno deadline | Louisiana Division of the Arts — Organizational GrantsStateLouisiana Division of the Arts | Louisiana Division of the Arts | Not listed |
| Rollingno deadline | Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities — Humanities GrantsStateLouisiana Endowment for the Humanities | Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities | Not listed |
Common questions
How many private foundations are based in Lake Charles, Louisiana?
Our directory lists 6 private grantmaking foundations in Lake Charles, Louisiana with at least $1 million in assets, holding a combined $20M. The data comes from the IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File and Form 990-PF.
How do I get a grant from a private foundation?
Start with foundations that already fund organizations like yours nearby. Read the grantee list on each profile, check whether the foundation accepts applications (it says so on its 990-PF), and lead with a short letter of inquiry. Many family foundations fund only organizations they already know; an introduction through a shared grantee or board member works better than a cold proposal.
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