Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc
The mission of the organization is to serve and protect the citizens of the city of thibodaux and lafourche parish fire district 4 through firefighting, prevention, emergency rescue and public awareness.
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc at a glance
In short: Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc gave $134K across 9 grants in 2024 (avg $15K), mostly in Louisiana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $133,809
- Grants made (2024)
- 9
- Average grant
- $14,868
- Median grant
- $15,448
- Total assets
- $21,595,550
- Primary geography
- Louisiana (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026.
Who Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 9 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Thibodaux Fire Company 1 ($21K). Together the top 9 received $134K.
Grant Size Distribution
19 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 19 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 9 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc gives
- Giving grew 1050% from 2021 to 2024. 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 2021 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $12K (2021) to $134K (2024). In 2024 it made 9 grants totaling $134K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thibodaux Fire Company 1 Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $20,848 |
| Home Hook and Ladder Fire Co No 1 Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $18,148 |
| Protector Fire Company Number 2 Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $17,573 |
| South Thibodaux Fire Company Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $16,448 |
| West Thibodaux Fire Company Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $15,448 |
| North Thibodaux Fire Company Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $15,448 |
| Bowie Fire Company Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $14,960 |
| Vigilant Chemical and Hose Fire CO Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $14,436 |
| TVFD Communications Squad Thibodaux, LA | Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,595,550 | $3,239,398 | $2,000,045 | $133,809 | 9 | $375,445 |
| 2022 | $15,534,887 | $2,949,129 | $1,722,812 | $86,672 | 8 | $14,055 |
| 2021 | $14,301,162 | $2,297,977 | $1,521,649 | $11,631 | 2 | $44,566 |
| 2020 | $13,528,594 | $1,422,894 | $1,394,224 | — | — | $12,011 |
About Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc
Based on IRS filings
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc is a public charity focused on Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief, based in Thibodaux, LA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $21.6M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 9 grants totaling $134K. Net investment income was $375K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc is led by Jimmy Ledet, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 22 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jimmy Ledet
President
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jared Kees
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jerome Benoit
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Josh R. Bourgeois
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rodney Gautreaux
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rodney Tabor
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ron Bourgeois
Director
President → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Shane Guin
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Grabert
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ty Landry
Director
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Casey Levron
Director
On filings since 2022
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Hebert
Director
On filings since 2022
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cam Herpal
Director
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ken Himel
Director
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Michael Palmer
Director
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chris Grabert
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Donald Barrilleaux
Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ed Comeaux
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Glynn Comeaux
Assistant Chief
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Todd Albert
Assistant Chief
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tony Boudreaux
Chief
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Tauzin
Assistant Chief
On filings since 2022
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: Kevin Gros (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Benton Foret (2020–2021) — Assistant Chief
- Former: Michael Delaune (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Mitch Benoit (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Ronnie Chiasson (2020–2021) — Director
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 Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc
How much does Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc give each year?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc gave $134K across 9 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's typical grant size?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's median grant in 2024 was $15,448, and its average grant was $14,868, across 9 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc give grants?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc gives mostly in Louisiana: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Thibodaux, LA (9 grants).
Does Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 9 grants with a stated purpose on Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Distribution of Fundraising Proceeds" (9 grants).
Who are Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's largest grantees?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Thibodaux Fire Company 1 ($20,848), Home Hook and Ladder Fire Co No 1 ($18,148) and Protector Fire Company Number 2 ($17,573), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc reported $21.6M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.2M.
What is Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc is a public charity focused on Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness & Relief, based in Thibodaux, LA. It holds $21.6M in total assets as of 2024.
What is Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's EIN?
Thibodaux Volunteer Fire Department Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-0796227. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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