The Carolyn W. and Charles T. Beaird Family Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life in the Shreveport and Bossier City region of Louisiana by supporting nonprofit organizations that provide essential services to the community. The Foundation aims to assist organizations in creating opportunities for self-betterment, increasing freedom of action and choice, and fostering a climate for positive change. Grants are awarded primarily to qualified nonprofit organizations within this geographical area.

The Foundation follows a structured grant application process, requiring organizations to submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) before they can proceed to the full application stage. The Fall grant cycle follows a timeline beginning with LOI submissions between July 1 and July 21. Organizations whose LOIs are approved can submit full grant applications between August 1 and August 15. Final grant decisions for the Fall cycle are announced on November 15.

To apply, organizations must use the Beaird Family Foundation’s online grant management system, where all forms and required documents must be submitted. First-time applicants are encouraged to contact the Foundation before applying. Additionally, organizations that have received prior funding from the Foundation are required to complete a follow-up report one year after receiving their grant. This report must be submitted before the organization is eligible to apply for new funding in future grant cycles. The follow-up report allows grantees to provide data, report on successes, share improvements, and discuss future plans.

For further details on past grant distributions, applicants can review the Foundation’s grants history for prior years. The Foundation is located at 330 Marshall Street, Suite 1440, Shreveport, LA 71101, and can be contacted via phone at 318-221-2823 or email at info@beairdfoundation.org. Applicants are encouraged to review the Letter of Intent Guidance, a 20-minute informational resource, before submitting their LOI to ensure compliance with the Foundation’s requirements.