Priddy Family Foundation
The Priddy Family Foundation is a private family foundation based in Las Vegas, Nevada, established in 2016 by Robert and Carol "Kikie" Priddy. The foundation operates with a focused giving strategy centered primarily on New Orleans institutions, with additional support for healthcare and community development initiatives in Las Vegas and other select locations.
Key facts about Priddy Family Foundation
- EIN
- 47-5005314
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $4,352,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- Average grant
- $621,714
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $11,646,903
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (94% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to apply
- The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Priddy Family Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Priddy Family Foundation's 7 itemized 2024 grants were Louisiana (94%). The most frequent recipient cities were New Orleans, LA (4 grants). 86% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
How Priddy Family Foundation gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−8%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 626% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$11.6M
-37.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$4.4M
+2.5% YoY
Grant Count
7
-22.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$622K
+31.8% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Priddy Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $723K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission reflects the family's deep connections to their community: "We established our family foundation in 2016 to give back to the city that has given so much to us."
The foundation's giving priorities are influenced by family history and values. Robert Priddy's father, Clarence Nathern Priddy, served as a Pharmacist's Mate First Class on the USS Colorado, while Kikie's father, Edward Hughes Fitzpatrick, served with the Navy Seabees. This heritage has shaped the foundation's support for World War II history and related institutions.
Primary funding areas include:
- Education
- Healthcare
- Community and neighborhood development
- Philanthropy and grantmaking
- Human services
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$1,000 - $2,000,000
Average Grant
$200,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports multiple states and cities:
- Primary focus: Louisiana (particularly New Orleans)
- Additional states: Nevada, Georgia, Texas, New York
- Specific cities: New Orleans, Las Vegas, Amarillo, Atlanta, Franklin Square
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 7 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total assets: $18,624,743 (2023)
- Annual giving: $4,245,000 (2023)
- Total expenses: $4,547,386 (2023)
- Total revenue: -$1,988,196 (2023)
The foundation maintains contributions in a money market fund at Morgan Stanley, which produces interest income and dividends to further the foundation's exempt purpose and provide returns on investment prior to disbursement.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $11,646,903 | $18,624,743 | $25,160,325 |
| Revenue | $-2,255,876 | $-1,988,196 | $1,130,075 |
| Expenses | $4,721,964 | $4,547,386 | $4,869,375 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $4,528,892 | $4,388,691 | $4,560,701 |
| Net Investment Income | $60,480 | $1,334,241 | $700,290 |
| Distributable Amount | $722,965 | $1,024,167 | $1,359,119 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
47 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include The Tulane Educational Fund ($2,500,000), The National Wwii Museum ($1,575,000), Cleveland Clinic - Music Therapy ($200,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE TULANE EDUCATIONAL FUND New Orleans, LA | ENDOWMENT FUND | $2,500,000 |
| THE NATIONAL WWII MUSEUM New Orleans, LA | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $1,575,000 |
| CLEVELAND CLINIC - MUSIC THERAPY Las Vegas, NV | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $200,000 |
| ELLIS ISLAND HONORS SOCIETY Franklin Square, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $50,000 |
| NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION New Orleans, LA | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $25,000 |
| LIBERTY CITY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT New Orleans, LA | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $1,000 |
| NORTH SIDE TOY DRIVE Amarillo, TX | GENERAL SUPPORT FUNDING | $1,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Robert Priddy — Director (1969 Tulane University graduate with a bachelor's degree in economics; serves on the Board of Trustees for The National WWII Museum)
- Carol "Kikie" Priddy — Director
- Shannon Acks — President (former CPA with Deloitte & Touche)
- Michael Acks — Secretary (compensation: $200,000)
- Christopher Priddy — Treasurer (compensation: $14,560)
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Priddy | Director | 15 | — |
| Carol Kikie Priddy | Director | 5 | — |
| Shannon Acks | President | 15 | — |
| Michael Acks | Secretary | 15 | $208,985 |
| Christopher Priddy | Treasurer | 5 | $15,867 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Priddy Family Foundation announced a $7.5 million commitment to The National WWII Museum, reflecting the family's strong connection to World War II history and the institution's mission.
Priddy Family Foundation - Grant Information & Application DetailsThe foundation has also made significant commitments to Tulane University, including a $1 million pledge to the Tulane Brain Institute and support for the Tulane Center for Brain Health to treat veterans.
Tulane Brain Institute receives $1 million pledge from the Priddy FamilySubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Priddy Family Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission reflects the family's deep connections to their community: "We established our family foundation in 2016 to give back to the city that has given so much to us." The foundation's giving priorities are influenced by family history and values. Robert Priddy's father, Clarence Nathern Priddy, served as a Pharmacist's Mate First Class on the USS Colorado, while Kikie's father, Edward Hughes Fitzpatrick, served with the Navy Seabees. This heritage has shaped the foundation's …
How do I apply for a grant from Priddy Family Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Priddy Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports multiple states and cities: • **Primary focus:** Louisiana (particularly New Orleans) • **Additional states:** Nevada, Georgia, Texas, New York • **Specific cities:** New Orleans, Las Vegas, Amarillo, Atlanta, Franklin Square
What size grants does Priddy Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Priddy Family Foundation awarded 7 grants totaling $4.4M — an average of about $622K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Priddy Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Priddy Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $723K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Priddy Family Foundation's EIN?
Priddy Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-5005314. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Priddy Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.