Louisiana 4-h Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Louisiana 4-h Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Lake Charles, Louisiana, registered in 2009, with $117,287 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
10098 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA, 70607 EIN 72-1032591 Since 2009
Revenue (FY2024)
$117K
▼ 13.9% vs prior year
Youth median: $163K
Expenses (FY2024)
$118K
Net assets
$76K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Louisiana 4-h Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating8 mo reserves · -1% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Louisiana 4-h Foundation: 8 mo reserves · -1% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Louisiana 4-h Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Louisiana 4-h Foundation: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 10098 Gulf Hwy, Lake Charles, LA, 70607
- City
- Lake Charles
- State
- Louisiana
- Category
- Youth Development
- Subcategory
- Youth Development Programs
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $53K (FY2012) to $117K (FY2024) across 10 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $76K
Operating margin
-0.8%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$76K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$76K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $117,287▼13.9% | $118,199▼12.5% | $76,108▼1.2% | $76,108▼1.2% | 990EZ |
| 2023 | $136,244▲14.6% | $135,055▲19.4% | $77,020▲1.6% | $77,020▲1.6% | 990EZ |
| 2022 | $118,931▲217% | $113,096▲92.2% | $75,831▲209% | $75,831▲209% | 990EZ |
| 2018 | $37,468▼22.4% | $58,841▲17.9% | $24,563▼46.5% | $24,563▼46.5% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $48,267▲10.8% | $49,898▲28.6% | $45,936▼3.4% | $45,936▼3.4% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $43,560▼1.0% | $38,786▼16.0% | $47,567▲11.2% | $47,567▲11.2% | 990EZ |
| 2015 | $44,007▲5.5% | $46,161▲13.6% | $42,793▼4.8% | $42,793▼4.8% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $41,700▲28.6% | $40,617▲43.0% | $44,947▲2.5% | $44,947▲1.9% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $32,423▼39.2% | $28,396▼39.5% | $43,864▲10.1% | $44,114▲10.0% | 990EZ |
| 2012 | $53,327 | $46,974 | $39,837 | $40,087 | 990EZ |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $15K total
1 grant to Louisiana 4-h Foundation totaling $15K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Human services | 2022 | $15,020 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Louisiana 4-h Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Louisiana 4-h Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 72-1032591, based in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Louisiana 4-h Foundation's EIN?
- Louisiana 4-h Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 72-1032591.
- How much revenue does Louisiana 4-h Foundation report?
- Louisiana 4-h Foundation reported $117,287 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Louisiana 4-h Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Louisiana 4-h Foundation B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Louisiana 4-h Foundation (EIN 72-1032591) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.