Franco-American Benevolent Society Inc
Invitation OnlyLafayette, Louisiana · EIN 46-1013149 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$110K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$3.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole St Landry | Sunset, LA | French language education | $25,000 |
| French-American Chamber of Commerce San Francisco | San Francisco, CA | General support of the french-american chamber of commerce | $15,000 |
| Acadiana Center for the Arts | Lafayette, LA | Fostering art and culture in acadiana | $6,000 |
| American Battle Monuments | Denver, CO | Promotion of franco-american relations | $5,000 |
| Association of Americans Resident Overseas (1901 Ass) | Paris, FR | Education of american citizens in paris | $5,000 |
| Cour Commune | Voulx, FR | Promotion of franco-american relations | $5,000 |
| Episcopal Sch of Acadiana | Lafayette, LA | Promotion of franco-american relations | $5,000 |
| The American Aid Society | Paris, FR | Helping destitute americans in france | $5,000 |
| The American Cathedral | Paris, FR | Christian worship in paris | $5,000 |
| The American Club of Paris | Paris, FR | Promotion of franco-american relations | $5,000 |
| The American Women's Group in Paris | Paris, FR | Social gatherings, events and education on interests of americans in france | $5,000 |
| The Arts Arena | Paris, FR | Franco american performing arts | $5,000 |
| Letoile Du Nord French Immersion Parent Teacher Organization | Saintpaul, MN | Support of french language | $5,000 |
| American Legion Paris Post | Paris, FR | Promotion of franco-american relations | $3,500 |
| Alliance Francaise Sacramento | Sacramento, CA | Promotion of franco-american relations | $3,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation | Lafayette, LA | A lecture grant and for the publishing of the book, ""frenchies."" | $3,000 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Foundation | Lafayette, LA | A lecture grant and for the publishing of the book, ""frenchies."" | $2,500 |
| Sacramento French Cultural Society | Sacramento, CA | To support the annual film festival | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $110,000 | 18 |
| 2024 | $197,000 | 24 |
| 2023 | $116,000 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641339349100409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1013149
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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