Community Foundation of Acadiana
Lafayette, Louisiana · EIN 721493023 · Private foundation
Based in Lafayette, Louisiana, Community Foundation of Acadiana has awarded $71.6M across 1,598 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Lourdes Foundation. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Community Foundation of Acadiana funds
Community Foundation of Acadiana's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, community improvement, education, disaster relief & emergency aid, faith-based (christian), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include black communities, children, homeless population, veterans, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lourdes Foundation CHAPEL, GENERAL SUPPORT, NEW PEDIATRIC ICU | Lafayette, LA | $3.1M | 2024 |
| Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church & Student Center RAGIN CAJUN CATHOLICS, GENERAL SUPPORT, CAPITAL CAMPAGIN, BIBLE STUDY ROOM | Lafayette, LA | $1.4M | 2024 |
| Iberia Humane Society Inc General operating support | New Iberia, LA | $1.3M | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from Community Foundation of Acadiana
Community Foundation of Acadiana's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at cfacadiana.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Community Foundation of Acadiana
- Does Community Foundation of Acadiana accept grant applications?
- Community Foundation of Acadiana's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Community Foundation of Acadiana fund?
- Community Foundation of Acadiana's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Lourdes Foundation, Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church & Student Center, Iberia Humane Society Inc. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Community Foundation of Acadiana give in grants?
- Community Foundation of Acadiana reported $13.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $71.6M over 1,598 grants.
- Where is Community Foundation of Acadiana located?
- Community Foundation of Acadiana is based in Lafayette, Louisiana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 721493023.
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