Forward Together New Orleans
People matter. Forward Together New Orleans' mission is to move the city forward in an intentional way, focusing on our people: their goals, needs, and aspirations.
Forward Together New Orleans at a glance
In short: Forward Together New Orleans gave $118K across 5 grants in 2021 (avg $24K), mostly in Louisiana. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $118,321
- -88.8% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 5
- -61.5% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $23,664
- -70.9% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $23,821
- Total assets
- $967,633
- +96.2% vs 2020
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who Forward Together New Orleans funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Nord Foundation ($50K). Together the top 5 received $118K.
Grant Size Distribution
18 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 18 (78%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $118K (2021) to $1.1M (2020). In 2021 it made 5 grants totaling $118K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nord Foundation New Orleans, LA | General Support | $50,000 |
| Diocese of Houma Thibodaux and Catholic Charities Schriever, LA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center New Orleans, LA | Rental assistance - organization working to prevent evictions locally | $23,821 |
| United Way for South Louisiana New Orleans, LA | General Support | $13,000 |
| Committee for a Better New Orleans New Orleans, LA | General Support | $6,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $967,633 | $1,032,388 | $557,966 | $118,321 | 5 |
| 2020 | $493,211 | $2,219,832 | $1,726,621 | $1,057,364 | 13 |
About Forward Together New Orleans
Based on IRS filings
Forward Together New Orleans is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in New Orleans, LA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. As of 2021, the organization holds $968K in total assets. In 2021, it awarded 5 grants totaling $118K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Forward Together New Orleans is led by Kathleen Kennedy, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Kathleen Kennedy
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Silas Lee
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eric Griggs
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Liana Elliott (2020) — Board Liaison
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "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 Forward Together New Orleans
How much does Forward Together New Orleans give each year?
Forward Together New Orleans gave $118K across 5 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990. In 2020 it gave $1.1M across 13 grants.
What is Forward Together New Orleans's typical grant size?
Forward Together New Orleans's median grant in 2021 was $23,821, and its average grant was $23,664, across 5 grants on its 2021 IRS Form 990.
Where does Forward Together New Orleans give grants?
Forward Together New Orleans gives mostly in Louisiana: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2021 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were New Orleans, LA (4 grants).
Does Forward Together New Orleans give general operating support?
Yes: 80% of Forward Together New Orleans's 2021 grants with a stated purpose (4 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2021 IRS Form 990.
Who are Forward Together New Orleans's largest grantees?
Forward Together New Orleans's largest 2021 grantees include Nord Foundation ($50,000), Diocese of Houma Thibodaux and Catholic Charities ($25,000) and Louisiana Fair Housing Action Center ($23,821), according to its 2021 IRS Form 990. Together they received 84% of its itemized 2021 grant dollars.
How large is Forward Together New Orleans?
Forward Together New Orleans reported $968K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.0M.
What is Forward Together New Orleans?
Forward Together New Orleans is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in New Orleans, LA. It holds $968K in total assets as of 2021.
What is Forward Together New Orleans's EIN?
Forward Together New Orleans's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3807963. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS January 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
Live grants for the work Forward Together New Orleans funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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