Friends of the Jefferson Public Library
The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library is an independent organization comprised of civic-minded volunteers which supports the Jefferson Parish Library by promoting Library awareness, providing needed funds for unbudgeted items for the Library and its Branches through fundraising and participation in Literacy Programs.
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library at a glance
In short: Friends of the Jefferson Public Library gave $231K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $231K), mostly in Louisiana. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $230,565
- +93.1% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $230,565
- +93.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $230,565
- Total assets
- $148,376
- -23.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who Friends of the Jefferson Public Library funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was The Jefferson Parish Public Library ($231K).
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 4 grants of 4 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
How Friends of the Jefferson Public Library gives
- Giving grew 105% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $112K (2022) to $231K (2025). In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $231K.
*2021: Covers 19 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jefferson Parish Public Library Metairie, LA | Grants in support of Library general operations including the purchase of unbudgeted items. | $230,565 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $148,376 | $197,945 | $244,652 | $230,565 | 1 |
| 2024 | $195,083 | $156,890 | $131,827 | $119,387 | 1 |
| 2023 | $170,020 | $165,809 | $233,250 | $219,468 | 1 |
| 2022 | $237,462 | $177,187 | $123,812 | $112,370 | 1 |
| 2021* | $184,087 | $129,854 | $79,501 | — | — |
*2021: Covers 19 months (fiscal year-end changed).
About Friends of the Jefferson Public Library
Based on IRS filings
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library is a public charity, based in Metairie, LA. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $148K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $231K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library is led by Marie Orth, President since 2022 (on filings since 2021); none of the 9 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Marie Orth
President
Corresponding Secretary → President, 2022
On filings since 2021
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Annette Centanni
At Large Board Member
Board Member → Director, 2022
Director → At Large Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Conescu
Library Board Representative
Board Member → Director, 2022
Director → Library Board Representative, 2024
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sue Craig
Recording Secretary
On filings since 2021
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Collette Ricaud
Corresponding Secretary
On filings since 2022
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Barbara Coman
Vice President
On filings since 2024
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Betty Small
At Large Board Member
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Peg Phelps
Treasurer
On filings since 2024
30 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rose Catalanotto
At Large Board Member
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Jo Ann Rosenfeld (2021–2023) — Director
- Former: Judy Welker (2021–2023) — Vice President
- Former: Margaret Phelps (2021–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Michele Thomassie (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Diane Schleifstein (2021) — President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "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 Friends of the Jefferson Public Library
How much does Friends of the Jefferson Public Library give each year?
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library gave $231K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $119K across 1 grant.
How large is Friends of the Jefferson Public Library?
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library reported $148K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $198K.
Where does Friends of the Jefferson Public Library operate?
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library has awarded grants in Louisiana.
What is Friends of the Jefferson Public Library's EIN?
Friends of the Jefferson Public Library's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-1817858. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 8, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS February 29, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 7, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 22, 2026)
- Updated Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 21, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
Other open foundation grants in Louisiana
Louisiana Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Millard Morris Founder's Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana) $1,000 per year for Years 1-3 and $2,000 for Year 4 (4-year program) · Due March 15, 2027
- Gwen Higgins English Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana) $2,000 (one-time) · Due March 15, 2027
- Richard O. and Frances E. Boisture Scholarship (Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana) $1,000 (one-time) · Due March 15, 2027
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