Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities
New Orleans, Louisiana · EIN 720795568 · Private foundation
Based in New Orleans, Louisiana, Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities has awarded $1.9M across 171 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to River Road Historical Society. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities funds
Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, criminal justice, faith-based (christian), faith-based (jewish), food & agriculture, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, hispanic communities, veterans.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Road Historical Society PROGRAM SERVICE | Destrehan, LA | $30K | 2023 |
| Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana PROGRAM SERVICE | Saint Francisville, LA | $26K | 2020 |
| Louisiana Prison Museum PROGRAM SERVICE | Angola, LA | $25K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities
Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities'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 leh.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities
- Does Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities accept grant applications?
- Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities'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 Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities fund?
- Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include River Road Historical Society, Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, Louisiana Prison Museum. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities give in grants?
- Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $312K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $1.9M over 171 grants.
- Where is Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities located?
- Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities is based in New Orleans, Louisiana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 720795568.
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