EQUIP

Many communities across the country have faced the same issues as the Greater Baton Rouge area, where families are challenged to meet everyday concerns. Mr. and Mrs. Wilson believed communities should use their local talents and resources to solve problems. They believed that strong leaders can inspire, focus, and dedicate themselves to eliminating barriers and addressing the root causes of problems. 

The Foundation is dedicated to investing in nonprofit leaders and their organizations that work to transform the community. By providing resources, the Foundation strives to increase the operational effectiveness of area nonprofits and strengthens their capacity to address the social and economic problems of our community. 

GOALS

The Foundation will focus its efforts on capacity building to achieve these goals: 

• Leadership: Build leadership skills and pipeline 
• Strategy: Create strategic plans with metrics 
• Financial Acumen: Cash reserves of operating expenses for three months 
• Partnerships: Support collaborations and partnerships 
• Preparedness: Creation of disaster preparedness/continuity of operations plans 

NONPROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING INSTITUTE

In partnership with the Louisiana Alliance for Nonprofits (formerly LANO), Huey and Angelina Wilson Foundation is pleased to present the Nonprofit Capacity Building Institute: Principles & Best Practices for Nonprofits. The Institute is an intensive, 12-month program focused on strengthening organizational capacity, measurable outcomes, community impact, and operational effectiveness. The first cohort launched August 10, 2022. Applications for the 2025 Cohort will open June 25, 2025.

STRATEGIC MISSION GRANTS

The Wilson Foundation is proud to launch the Strategic Mission Grant, designed to strengthen nonprofit organizations providing critical services in our community.  This grant opportunity supports organizations whose programs may no longer align with the Foundation’s refined strategic focus areas yet continue to serve essential needs.  Applications for Strategic Mission Grants will open June 9, 2025.

If you have questions about Equip programs, please contact Jan Ross, EVP Philanthropy.