Key Facts
Contact Information
The Greater New Orleans Foundation
1055 St. Charles Avenue, Ste. 100
New Orleans, LA 70130
Main number: (504) 598-4663
Mission
The Greater New Orleans Foundation is the regional leader in promoting responsible philanthropy and equitable outcomes by connecting donors to community needs.
Stewardship
Assets year-end 2010: $235 million
Total return on endowment investments in 2010: 12.32%
Grants authorized in 2010: $17.5 million
Gifts received in 2010: $19.2 million
Number of employees: 21
IRS E.I. number 72-0408921
Philanthropy
The Greater New Orleans Foundation would not exist were it not for the extraordinary generosity and vision of our donors. We encourage prospective donors to contact either the foundation directly or a professional advisor to learn more about philanthropic opportunities.
Leadership
The true measure of our worth is the leadership role we play and the impact we have in the communities we serve. We add value to our donors and grantees in the following ways:
We’re collaborators
We encourage an exchange of knowledge and learning with our donors and grantees.
We’re connectors
We match donors with grantees that share common interests.
We leverage
We leverage millions of dollars of national funding for our grantees.
We advise
Our program officers are ready to assist nonprofits through the grantmaking process.
We listen
Our program officers have close relationships with leaders in the nonprofit community.
Grantmaking
The Greater New Orleans Foundation awards most grants to 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations that support project and programs that benefit citizens, meet community needs, and test new ideas in the Greater New Orleans area. The Greater New Orleans Foundation does not make grants to individuals, for-profit organizations, endowment campaigns, annual fundraising or membership drives. Types of support include:
- Capital
- Program development and support
- Seed money
- Technical assistance
- Capacity building
- Emergency
