[Baton Rouge Area Foundation](https://www.braf.org)

Quarterly review (rolling deadlines; submit anytime for next quarterly review)

Not specified; varies by project scope and need

Supports innovative nonprofit projects in South Louisiana focused on education, healthcare, human services, and religion.

Applicants must register as a Grants Administrator before submitting proposals.

--- ## Description The E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation Fund, managed by the Baton Rouge Area Foundation, provides philanthropic support for projects in South Louisiana that demonstrate innovation and a strong potential for positive community impact. The fund targets nonprofit organizations with new, creative, or beneficial projects addressing challenges in education, healthcare, human services, and religion. Priority is given to proposals that build on human initiative and service to mankind. --- ## Due Dates - Proposals are reviewed quarterly. - Applications may be submitted at any time and will be considered at the next quarterly Board of Directors meeting. --- ## Funding Amount - The specific funding amount is not stated. - Awards vary depending on project scope, need, and potential impact. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be nonprofit organizations with 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status or have a fiscal agent with such status. - Projects must serve South Louisiana. - Supported areas: education, healthcare, human services, and religion. - Priority for new, creative, or beneficial projects with strong community impact. - Organizations must register as a Grants Administrator with the Baton Rouge Area Foundation to apply. --- ## Application Process 1. **Register**: Create an account as a Grants Administrator on the [BRAF registration portal](https://www.iphiview.com/braf/GrantsScholarships/Grants/BecomearegisteredGranteeorganization/tabid/254/Default.aspx). 2. **Application Summary**: Prepare a summary with key organizational and project details (see list in source). 3. **Narrative**: Submit a 1–3 page narrative including: - Organization history and current activities - Description of the challenge addressed - Detailed project plan, strategies, objectives, and timetable - Plans for sustainability and evaluation 4. **Attachments**: - Project budget and narrative - Board member list and details - Financial statements - IRS determination letter or fiscal agent documentation - Board authorization statement - List of collaborations/partners 5. **Reporting**: If funded, submit fiscal and narrative reports as specified in the award letter. --- ## Additional Information - The Foundation requires both fiscal and narrative reporting on grant use and impact. - Collaborations and partnerships are encouraged. - For detailed application requirements, refer to the [program guidelines](https://www.braf.org/ourso-family-foundation/). --- ## External Links - [Baton Rouge Area Foundation (Funder Home)](https://www.braf.org) - [Ourso Family Foundation Fund Program Page](https://www.braf.org/ourso-family-foundation/) - [Grantee Organization Registration Portal](https://www.iphiview.com/braf/GrantsScholarships/Grants/BecomearegisteredGranteeorganization/tabid/254/Default.aspx) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | Phone | Web Contact | |------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|------------------------------------| | BRAF Grants Team | grants@braf.org | 225-387-6126 | [Contact Form](https://www.braf.org/contact/) | ---

E.J. and Marjory B. Ourso Family Foundation Fund

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