The Keller Family Foundation is a private philanthropic organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in the Greater New Orleans region. With an evolving focus shaped by the interests of its Board of Trustees, the Foundation currently places priority on initiatives in education, youth development, human services, and public affairs. The Trustees meet semi-annually, typically in April and November, to review proposals and allocate funding in alignment with the Foundation’s mission.
The Foundation primarily supports 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and public agencies, particularly those serving the New Orleans area. While applications from outside this geographic region are not automatically disqualified, they are only considered if at least one trustee is familiar with the applicant organization. The Foundation does not fund proposals that support individual education costs, religious purposes, or fundraising events, nor does it allow multiple submissions from the same organization within the same calendar year.
Grant applications follow a structured two-stage process. For Stage 1, organizations must submit an initial online application by February 10 for the spring cycle or August 15 for the fall cycle. No documentation is required at this stage. Organizations selected to advance to Stage 2 are notified via email by March 1 or September 3. Those approved must then complete the full proposal using the Foundation’s online platform by March 31 or September 20, respectively. Hard copy submissions are not accepted.
The Foundation’s review process is competitive, with grant decisions rendered only during scheduled Board meetings. Interviews are conducted solely at the Foundation’s invitation, and proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis but decided biannually. As such, organizations should ensure their email contact information is accurate and up to date for correspondence related to proposal status.
The Foundation provides no public data on average grant amounts, match requirements, or total available funding per cycle. Applicants should tailor their proposals to address the Foundation’s stated interests and adhere strictly to submission deadlines and format requirements.
All correspondence should be directed to the Keller Family Foundation at CAPTRUST in New Orleans. Contact details include a general email address (Info@KellerFamilyFoundation.org) and phone number (504-207-8541). The Foundation’s leadership includes Luis C. Zervigon as President and Carlos L. Zervigon as Secretary, with additional trustees contributing to funding decisions and strategic direction.
Do not submit hard copies; ensure accurate email; one application per year
