Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation
The Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation is a private foundation based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. It supports community opportunities in the greater Baton Rouge area through Worthy Cause Grants, volunteer awards for teens, and endowed scholarships. The most recent filing on record is for 2022, with no later filing reported; the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation at a glance
In short: Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation gave $170K across 18 grants in 2022 (avg $9K), mostly in Louisiana. 29% of 2022 grantees were new. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $170,000
- +0.4% vs 2021
- Grants made (2022)
- 18
- -10.0% vs 2021
- Average grant
- $9,444
- +11.5% vs 2021
- Median grant
- $7,750
- Total assets
- $1,636,898
- +36.4% vs 2021
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (5 of 17, 2022; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2022; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation
- How to Apply
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The 2022 filing says to contact Stan Prutz and refers applicants to a grant application outline on the foundation’s website. The website describes submission through its application form and requires a prior-year project evaluation before applying again, except for applicants that did not receive a grant in the prior year. These instructions are not presented as a current application cycle.
- Review Cycle
- The 2022 filing lists March 31 for Worthy Cause Grant applications and says the high school volunteer deadline varies but is usually March 31. The website’s March 31, 2024 application deadline is a past cycle.
- Deadline
- The 2022 filing lists March 31 for Worthy Cause Grant applications and says the high school volunteer deadline varies…
- Contact
Application contact: Stan Prutz
Mailing address: PO Box 80137, Baton Rouge, LA 70898
Phone: (225) 773-1145
Website: https://www.brstatefairfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was 4 Scholarships 10000 Each ($40K). Together the top 10 received $133K.
Grant Size Distribution
60 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 60 grants of 60 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s website describes its program as serving the greater Baton Rouge area and requires applicants to serve that area. All grant dollars listed for 2022 went to recipients in Louisiana.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2022 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2022
In 2022, 5 of 17 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. With only 17 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $7K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 65% of 2022 grantees were also funded in 2021. Method
- In 2022 it paid out 251% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2022). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2022, annual grant giving ranged from $169K (2021) to $180K (2020). In 2022 it made 18 grants totaling $170K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Scholarships 10000 Each Baton Rouge, LA | Scholarship Funding | $40,000 |
| St Vincent De Paul Baton Rouge, LA | Uniforms for Kids | $15,000 |
| Redemptorist St Gerard Catholic School Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $12,000 |
| Baton Rouge General Camp Catahoula Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| City Year of Baton Rouge Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| Folds of Honor Foundation Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| La Pediatric Cardiology Foundation Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| NBR Youth Soccer Association Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| Leadership Ascension Gonzales, LA | General Program | $10,000 |
| Emerge Center Baton Rouge, LA | General Program | $5,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,636,898 | $26,329 | $195,748 | $170,000 | 18 | $170,000 | $559 | $67,772 |
| 2021 | $1,199,793 | $27,585 | $187,128 | $169,371 | 20 | $169,371 | $7,126 | $61,524 |
| 2020 | $1,367,670 | $26,278 | $206,551 | $180,492 | 22 | — | $219 | $68,231 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation reported a distributable amount of $68K for 2022 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to create and improve opportunities for worthy individuals in the Baton Rouge area. Its programs include Worthy Cause Grants for children- and youth-centered nonprofits, volunteer awards for community-oriented Baton Rouge teens, and endowed scholarships honoring long-time volunteers.
The foundation’s 2022 filing lists Worthy Cause Grants, endowed scholarships, and recognition of outstanding high school volunteers as its direct charitable activities. Examples of grantees’ work include The Emerge Center’s support for therapeutic services and education for people with autism and communication challenges, as described by the grantee. Line4Line describes its own mission as connecting youth through free programming in creative literacy, book access, and mentorship. Heritage Ranch describes itself as a Christian children’s home serving boys in personal or family crisis.
Grantmaking
In 2022, the foundation gave $170,000 through 18 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $2,500 to $40,000, with a median grant of $7,750. Notable awards included $40,000 for scholarship funding, $15,000 to St. Vincent de Paul for uniforms for kids, and $12,000 to Redemptorist St. Gerard Catholic School for general program support. Other listed awards included $10,000 each to Baton Rouge General Camp Catahoula, City Year of Baton Rouge, Folds of Honor Foundation, LA Pediatric Cardiology Foundation, North Baton Rouge Youth Soccer Association, and Leadership Ascension.
The foundation’s website says qualifying nonprofit volunteer organizations serving the greater Baton Rouge area may apply for project grants and event sponsorships. Applicants are expected to show that they operate efficiently and that the proposed project advances the program’s objective and can achieve its expected results. The foundation requires financial and narrative reports after a funded project. The 2022 filing says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations and lists no restrictions on awards.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2022 filing lists Greg Edwards as president and board chair, Stan Prutz as vice chair, Liz Mac as secretary, and Charles Plauche as treasurer. Directors listed were Renee’ Chatelain, Brace Godfrey III, Adam Knapp, Jay Martin, Melissa Miley, and Stacy Burch Simon.
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation is led by Greg Edwards, President & Board Chair since 2021 (on filings since 2020); none of the 13 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Greg Edwards
President & Board Chair
Chairman → President & Board Chair, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jay Martin
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Warren Wilson
Director
Fair Board Vice Chair → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Adam Knapp
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brace Godfrey III
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Melissa Miley
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Renee' Chatelain
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stacy Burch Simon
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Irwin
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Barker Dirmann
Director
New on the 2022 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles Plauche
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Liz Mac
Secretary
Recording Secretary → Secretary, 2021
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Stan Prutz
Vice Chair
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (6)
- Former: Harvey Landry (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Jimmy Williams (2021) — Director
- Former: Cliff Barton (2020) — Fair Board Chair
- Former: Doug Gonzales (2020) — Secretary
- Former: Fred Burkett (2020) — Director
- Former: R. L. Leger (2020) — Fair Board Representative
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation
How much does Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation give each year?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation gave $170K across 18 grants in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2021 it gave $169K across 20 grants.
What is Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's typical grant size?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's median grant in 2022 was $7,750, and its average grant was $9,444, across 18 grants on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation that year got $8K on average.
Where does Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation give grants?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation gives mostly in Louisiana: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Baton Rouge, LA (15 grants).
Does Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 89% of Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's 2022 grants with a stated purpose (16 of 18) were for general or operating support, per its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's largest grantees?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's largest 2022 grantees include 4 Scholarships 10000 Each ($40,000), St Vincent De Paul ($15,000) and Redemptorist St Gerard Catholic School ($12,000), according to its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2022 grant dollars.
How large is Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation reported $1.6M in total assets on its 2022 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $170K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $68K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to create and improve opportunities for worthy individuals in the Baton Rouge area. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation?
The 2022 filing says to contact Stan Prutz and refers applicants to a grant application outline on the foundation’s website. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's EIN?
Baton Rouge State Fair Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-1036440. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2022.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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