The Greater New Orleans Foundation is the community foundation serving the 13-parish region of metropolitan New Orleans.

WE DO OUR WORK BY:

Designing and leading
initiatives to improve the region.

Connecting donors to
community needs.

Identifying and supporting
great nonprofit organizations.

Strengthening civil society.

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Our Partners in Philanthropy

Our Partners in Philanthropy

The next time a Mardi Gras float passes by and you yell, “Throw me something, mister,” you just might catch one of the signature throws that Alan Philipson’s company created. Alan and Arlene Philipson have always been active in civic affairs. In addition to being fundholders at the Greater New Orleans Foundation, they have contributed to our Partners in Philanthropy annual campaign for the past 14 years. People like Arlene and Alan Philipson helping us build a greater New Orleans. Click here to learn more about becoming a Partner in Philanthropy.