United Way for South Louisiana
United Way for South Louisiana is a nonprofit organization based in Houma, Louisiana, dedicated to raising and distributing funds to support community initiatives. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity and serves as a grantmaking entity focused on addressing local needs across multiple sectors.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$2.4M
+1.5% YoY
Annual Giving
$517K
+9.1% YoY
Grant Count
20
+11.1% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$26K
-1.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
United Way for South Louisiana works toward raising and distributing funds to support a range of initiatives with primary focus areas including:
- Literacy and education
- Health and daycare
- Youth development
- Community problem-solving
- Human services
- Poverty alleviation
The organization's funding priorities emphasize nonprofit human services and human and social service grants.
Grantmaking
United Way for South Louisiana distributes grants to vetted nonprofit agencies across its service region.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
United Way for South Louisiana funds agencies serving:
- Assumption Parish
- Lafourche Parish
- St. Mary Parish
- Terrebonne Parish
The organization also operates in Tennessee. While the primary service area is South Louisiana, donors may designate contributions to organizations outside the immediate region based on their preferences.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets: $2,440,205
Annual Revenue: $18,203,910
Total Giving: $219,736 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing)
Staffing: 5 employees
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $2,440,205 | $2,403,594 | $2,388,888 |
| Revenue | $918,297 | $841,991 | $1,474,431 |
| Expenses | $835,632 | $990,004 | $1,249,637 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $34,995 | $18,897 | $4,400 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
97 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Haven ($55,000), St Vincent de Paul Tri-Parish Community Pharmacy ($50,000), Chez Hope Inc ($40,992).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arc of Assumption Napoleonville, LA | Financial Support | $40,071 |
| Bayou Council Behavioral Health Services Thibodaux, LA | Financial Support | $25,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Evangeline Lafayette, LA | Financial Support | $10,556 |
| Boy Scouts - Southeast Council Metairie, LA | Financial Support | $9,750 |
| Girl Scouts of Louisiana Lafayette, LA | Financial Support | $6,500 |
| CAGNO New Orleans, LA | Financial Support | $13,033 |
| Chez Hope Inc Thibodaux, LA | Financial Support | $40,992 |
| Donaldsonville Arc Donaldsonville, LA | Financial Support | $19,568 |
| Emergency Aid Center Franklin, LA | Financial Support | $36,000 |
| The Haven Houma, LA | Financial Support | $55,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alina Merlos | Executive Director | 40 | $61,287 |
| Courtney Alcock | Secretary | 0.5 | — |
| David Boudreaux | Vice President at Large | 0.5 | — |
| Darlene Rodrigue | Treasurer | 0.5 | — |
| Kim Elfert | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Timothy Emerson | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Earl Eues | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Mike Fakier | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Garett Hohensee | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Paul Labat | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Bryce Ledet | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Jerry Ledet | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Jay Clune | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Joellen Marcel | Board President | 0.5 | — |
| Diane Yeates | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Elmy Savoie | Campaign Chair | 0.5 | — |
| Greg Stock | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Arlanda Williams | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Sue Szush | Past President | 0.5 | — |
| Harvey Authement | Vice President at Large | 0.5 | — |
| Michelle Mickie Rousseau | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Kristine Strickland | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Vernon Bourgeois | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Gary Palmer | Board Member | 0.25 | — |
| Carlo Gagliano | Fund Distribution Co-Chair | 0.5 | — |
| Brett Duthu | Fund Distribution Co-Chair | 0.5 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Way for South Louisiana fund?
United Way for South Louisiana works toward raising and distributing funds to support a range of initiatives with primary focus areas including: • Literacy and education • Health and daycare • Youth development • Community problem-solving • Human services • Poverty alleviation The organization's funding priorities emphasize nonprofit human services and human and social service grants.
How do I apply for a grant from United Way for South Louisiana?
United Way for South Louisiana distributes grants to vetted nonprofit agencies across its service region. **Grant Characteristics:** • Typical award range: $5,500–$69,542 • Total giving: $219,736 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing) **Requirements:** • Recipient organizations must be nonprofit groups providing human health services • Agencies receiving United Way funding must sign a yearly contract • Donors can designate funds to specific agencies or allow United Way to allocate funds based on…
Where does United Way for South Louisiana make grants?
United Way for South Louisiana funds agencies serving: • Assumption Parish • Lafourche Parish • St. Mary Parish • Terrebonne Parish The organization also operates in Tennessee. While the primary service area is South Louisiana, donors may designate contributions to organizations outside the immediate region based on their preferences.
What size grants does United Way for South Louisiana award?
In 2024, United Way for South Louisiana awarded 20 grants totaling $517K — an average of about $26K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way for South Louisiana's EIN?
United Way for South Louisiana's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 72-0867661. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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