International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge
To empower volunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs, encourage peace and promote international understanding through lions clubs.
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge at a glance
In short: International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge gave $27K across 2 grants in 2021 (avg $14K), mostly in Louisiana. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $27,146
- -6.6% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 2
- +100.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $13,573
- -53.3% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $13,573
- 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 International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Needy Families ($21K). Together the top 2 received $27K.
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 3 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 2 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 $27K (2021) to $29K (2020). In 2021 it made 2 grants totaling $27K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Needy Families Baton Rouge, LA | — | $21,391 |
| Eye Foundation Baton Rouge, LA | — | $5,755 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | $73,984 | $27,146 | 2 |
| 2020 | $75,295 | $163,630 | $139,995 | $29,078 | 1 |
About International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge
Based on IRS filings
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge is a public charity, based in Baton Rouge, LA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. In 2021, it awarded 2 grants totaling $27K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge is led by Rhonda Baker, President on every filing since 2020; 1 of 10 officers listed in 2021 is compensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Rhonda Baker
President
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
$23K (2020) → $15K (2021)
Christian Merritt
Director
On filings since 2020
$3K (2020) → $0 (2021)
Janet Merrit
Director
On filings since 2020
$3K (2020) → $0 (2021)
Mary Jo Blackwell
Director
On filings since 2020
$2K (2020) → $0 (2021)
Cornelia Babin
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Steve Timmins
Director
Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Edward Smith
Director
New on the 2021 filing
No compensation reported
Gerald Dunn
2nd Vice President
On filings since 2020
$4K (2020) → $0 (2021)
Peter Dudley
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Toni Pizzalato
1st Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Christina Dixon (2020) — Director
- Former: Cynthia Curtain (2020) — Director
- Former: Jennifer Bennett (2020) — Member
- Former: Tawanda Schofield (2020) — Director
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.
Compensation Overview
From 2021 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2021 filing was $15K, to Rhonda Baker (President).
Frequently asked questions about International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge
How much does International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge give each year?
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge gave $27K across 2 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990. In 2020 it gave $29K across 1 grant.
Where does International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge operate?
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge has awarded grants in Louisiana.
What is International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge's EIN?
International Assoc of Lions Clubs of Baton Rouge's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-0870425. 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
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
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