Matilda Geddings Gray Foundation
Historical FunderLake Charles, Louisiana · EIN 23-7072892 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,037.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | William Gray Stream Trustee The Mat |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 40, LAKE CHARLES LA 706020040 |
| Phone | 3374331057 |
| Form and materials | Written request stating name of organization, name of contact person and amount of request. Request should include the purposes for which a grant is to be used. |
| Deadlines | None |
| Restrictions | The Foundation primarily promotes the study of art and assists in agricultural education. |
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
25% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sowela Foundation | Lake Charles, LA | General Contribution | $10,000 |
| Calcasieu Parish Jr Livestock Show | Lake Charles, LA | General Contribution | $5,037 |
| Bridge House | New Orleans, LA | General Contribution | $5,000 |
| Florida State University Foundation | Tallahassee, FL | General Contribution | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,037 | 4 |
| 2023 | $122,420 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503159349102135
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 23-7072892
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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