Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc

Private foundation · Grantmaker Houston, TX EIN: 46-0643589

Theodore M Louana H and is a private foundation based in Houston, Texas. It supports other organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code through charitable contributions and reports no direct charitable activities.

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc at a glance

In short: Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc gave $50K across 19 grants in 2024 (avg $3K), top state Louisiana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.

Annual giving (2024)
$49,770
+17.4% vs 2023
Grants made (2024)
19
+26.7% vs 2023
Average grant
$2,619
-7.3% vs 2023
Median grant
$1,000
Total assets
$479,864
-3.1% vs 2023
Primary geography
Louisiana (44% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Latest 990 filing
Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.

How to apply to Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc

Accepts unsolicited proposals
No
How to Apply

The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. No application materials or other submission process are specified.

Contact

Mailing address: 1917 Olympia Drive, Houston, TX 77019
Phone: (713) 516-1266

Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.

Who Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc funds

How this funder distributes its grants

Grant Size Distribution

85 grants across all recorded years

85<$50K$50–100K$100–250K$250–500K$500K–1M$1–5M$5M+

The most common grant size was under $50K: 85 grants of 85 (100%).

Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation is based in Houston, Texas. Its 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in Louisiana (44%), Maine (38%), Texas (9%), Mississippi (5%), and Virginia (4%).

Grant Distribution by State

7states

Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.

Cities

AlexandriaBathBay St LouisBiloxiBrunswickHammondHoustonNew OrleansPass ChristianThe BronxTopekaWacoWestportWestport IslandWiscasset

How Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc gives

  • Giving grew 131% from 2021 to 2024. Method
  • In 2024 it paid out 92% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method

From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.

Giving History

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

$0$20K$40K$60K20 grants2020 14 grants2021 17 grants2022 15 grants2023 19 grants2024

From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $22K (2021) to $50K (2024). In 2024 it made 19 grants totaling $50K.

Grants by year

Grant recipients and amounts by year

RecipientPurposeAmount
19 grants to individuals Recipients not named —$49,770
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Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Figures from IRS filings, by filing year
Filing yearTotal AssetsRevenueExpensesGrants paidGrantsQualifying DistributionsNet Investment IncomeDistributable Amount
2024$479,864$35,274$52,795$49,77019$49,770$35,274$54,111
2023$495,393$55,713$45,353$42,40015$42,400$33,553$51,535
2022$485,033$38,656$30,775$30,53117$30,531$32,243$43,749
2021$477,152$39,486$21,511$21,51114$21,511$31,227$27,589
2020$459,177$35,736$32,694$32,66420—$31,153$20,780

Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $54K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

The foundation states that its primary purpose is to support other Section 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included support for arts and cultural organizations, historical societies, a public library, a land trust, a university, and community organizations.

Among the grantees, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art describes its work as presenting exhibitions, public events, and educational programs about Southern art and traditions. The Pass Christian Historical Society says it works to preserve and present local history through research, archives, exhibitions, education, and celebrations. Wiscasset Public Library says its goal is to provide library services that help people continue to grow and learn. The Kennebec Estuary Land Trust describes its mission as conserving and restoring the estuary’s land and water resources and fostering appreciation of them.

Grantmaking

In 2024, the foundation reported 19 grants totaling $49,770. Grants ranged from $100 to $16,000, with a median grant of $1,000. Its largest listed awards were $16,000 to Loyola University New Orleans and $6,750 to Friends of Westport Island History, each for general charitable purposes. Other notable 2024 grants included $5,000 to Westport Island Community Associati, $4,860 to Ogden Museum of Southern Art, and $2,500 to Maine State Musical Theatre.

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

The 2024 filing lists Theodore M Frois as president, Louana H Frois as secretary, and Monica A Frois as treasurer.

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc is led by Theodore M Frois, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.

Officers on the 2024 filing

  • Theodore M Frois

    President

    On filings since 2020

    5 hrs/week

    No compensation reported

  • Louana H Frois

    Secretary

    On filings since 2020

    5 hrs/week

    No compensation reported

  • Monica A Frois

    Treasurer

    On filings since 2020

    5 hrs/week

    No compensation reported

Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc

How much does Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc give each year?

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc gave $50K across 19 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $42K across 15 grants.

What is Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $1,000, and its average grant was $2,619, across 19 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.

Where does Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc give grants?

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's top state is Louisiana, with 44% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Maine (38%) and Texas (9%).

Does Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?

Yes: 100% of Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (19 of 19) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.

How large is Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc?

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc reported $480K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $50K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $54K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.

What does Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc fund?

The foundation states that its primary purpose is to support other Section 501(c)(3) organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included support for arts and cultural organizations, historical societies, a public library, a land trust, a university, and community organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑

How do I apply for a grant from Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc?

The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑

What is Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's EIN?

Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 46-0643589. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.

Does Theodore M Louana H and Monica A Frois Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?

No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑

Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.

Data update history

(6)

When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable

  1. Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 27, 2021)
  2. Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
  3. Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
  4. Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS September 18, 2024)
  5. Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 12, 2025)
  6. IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024

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