Lois and Lloyd Hawkins Jr Foundation
Historical FunderNew Orleans, Louisiana · EIN 33-1059511 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $200,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | H L HAWKINS III |
|---|---|
| Address | 300 BOARD OF TRADE PLACE, NEW ORLEANS LA 70130 |
| Phone | 5045250208 |
| Form and materials | NAME, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER AND TYPE OF REQUEST |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
17% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support symphonic music in the new orleans area | $250,000 |
| New Orleans Ballet Association | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support ballet in the new orleans area | $250,000 |
| New Orleans Museum of Art | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support art in the new orleans area | $250,000 |
| Greater New Orleans Foundation | New Orleans, LA | Donation for grand opera in new orleans area | $200,000 |
| New Orleans Opera Association | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support opera in the new orleans area | $200,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support the fight against hunger in the new orleans area | $175,000 |
| Bridge House | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support recovery from addiction in the new orleans area | $100,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Cincinnati, OH | Donation to support injured military service members | $100,000 |
| American Legion Endowment | Indianapolis, IN | Donation to support veterans | $50,000 |
| National Wwii Museum | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support world war II history in the new orleans area | $50,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Topeka, KS | Donation to support injured military service members | $50,000 |
| Delta Olympic Sailing Association | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support olympic sailing in the new orleans area | $25,000 |
| Isidore Newman School | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support the newman fund designated for choir program | $25,000 |
| Jefferson Performing Arts Society | Metairie, LA | Donation to support performing arts in the new orleans area | $25,000 |
| Louise S Mcgehee School | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support dance education in the new orleans area | $25,000 |
| Louisiana National Guard Foundation | New Orleans, LA | Donation to support louisiana military department, their museums, and educational programs | $25,000 |
| Friends of Rivertown Theaters | Kenner, LA | Donation to support performing arts in the new orleans area | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,815,000 | 17 |
| 2023 | $1,800,000 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513219349103426
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-1059511
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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