Paul and Betty Mcdonald Foundation
Invitation OnlyShreveport, Louisiana · EIN 72-1379238 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$49K
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
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
15% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chimp Haven | Keithville, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $11,225 |
| Southfield School | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $7,500 |
| YMCA of Northwest Louisiana - Bhp Billiton | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $3,500 |
| Robinson Film Center | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Shreveport Green | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $3,000 |
| Shreve Memorial Library Foundation | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $2,500 |
| Pet Savers Inc | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| The Community Foundation | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| The Glen Retirement System | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $2,000 |
| Uss Kidd Veterans Memorial | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Centenary College of Louisiana | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Alaska | Anchorage, AK | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Louisiana | Lafayette, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Shreveport Opera | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Delta Delta Delta Foundation | Dallas, TX | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $1,000 |
| Neighborhood Falmouth | Falmouth, MA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $500 |
| Era Civic Club of Shreveport | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $500 |
| Caddo Council on Aging | Shreveport, LA | Unrestricted gift to 501(C)(3) organization | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $49,225 | 19 |
| 2024 | $42,500 | 19 |
| 2023 | $27,500 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 29, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601199349101220
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-1379238
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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