Turner Industries Fund
Forecasted
Turner Industries Fund supports nonprofits undertaking workforce development and health- and education-related projects to improve communities served by the company in Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama.
Funder: Baton Rouge Area Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Semi-annual application deadline) | July 2027 (Semi-annual application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Not specified
Summary: Supports nonprofit workforce development and community improvement projects related to health and education in communities served by Turner Industries.
Key Information: Applicants must serve specified communities in Louisiana, Texas, or Alabama and have a non-discrimination policy.
Description
The Turner Industries Fund at the Baton Rouge Area Foundation supports workforce development and community improvement related to health and education. Its charitable purpose reflects the commitment of Turner Industries founder Bert S. Turner, his wife Sue, and their children to invest in the communities where the company works. As the heavy industrial contractor expanded, the number of charitable recipients it could assist also increased.
The fund continues that tradition by supporting nonprofit organizations in designated communities across Louisiana, Texas, and Alabama. A fund committee reviews grant requests semi-annually. Applicants must demonstrate sound organizational management, an appropriate allocation of grant support to programs rather than administration, and values consistent with those of Turner Industries.
