H U G S Inc
Invitation OnlyNew Orleans, Louisiana · EIN 72-1128842 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $3,544.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
53% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starc of Louisiana Inc | Slidell, LA | General purpose of the charity | $5,314 |
| Other Charities 1000 Each | Various, LA | General purpose of the charity | $5,111 |
| St Michael's School | New Orleans, LA | General purpose of the charity | $4,122 |
| American Cancer Society | Mobile, AL | General purpose of the charity | $3,544 |
| Metropolitan Ministries of Tampa | Tampa, FL | General purpose of the charity | $2,778 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County's Suncoast Recovery Fund | Sarasota, FL | Relief for victims of hurricane helene | $2,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | New Orleans, LA | General purpose of the charity | $2,500 |
| Child Advocacy Center | Mobile, AL | General purpose of the charity | $1,909 |
| Fannie Battle Day Home for Children | Nashville, TN | General purpose of the charity | $1,609 |
| Saluda Pop-Up Pantry | Saluda, NC | Relief for victims of hurricane helene | $1,500 |
| Angel Dash | Mcdonough, GA | General purpose of the charity | $1,000 |
| Boys Hopegirls Hope | New Orleans, LA | General purpose of the charity | $1,000 |
| Gladewaves Inc | New Orleans, LA | General purpose of the charity | $1,000 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($23,774). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $57,661 | 18 |
| 2023 | $19,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533169349103613
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-1128842
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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