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Lake Charles area nonprofits

There are 1,029 organizations in the greater Lake Charles metro area. Combined, these Lake Charles metro nonprofits employ 7,309 people, earn more than $1 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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Job trends for Lake Charles nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
109
1-10
 
47
11-25
 
20
26-100
 
20
101 to 1,000
 
5
1,000+
 
2
Key takeaways for employment stats:

Sizes of nonprofits in Lake Charles

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
187
$250k to $1M
 
55
$1M to $5M
 
29
$5M to $25M
 
12
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
2
Key takeaways for revenue stats:

Types of nonprofits in Lake Charles

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Religious organizations
 
198
 
$1,159,125
Recreation, sports, and social clubs
 
118
 
$10,503,053
Educational institutions
 
95
 
$103,998,118
Mutual assistance organizations
 
76
 
$1,476,248
Human service organizations
 
72
 
$35,365,473
Foundations
 
64
 
$21,029,972
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits
 
56
 
$3,421,040
Business and community development organizations
 
49
 
$8,701,202
Public sector, public co-ops, and veteran organizations
 
41
 
$18,864,283
Youth development organizations
 
37
 
$2,265,348
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Directory of nonprofits in Lake Charles

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1-20 of 1,029

Lake Charles Memorial Health System (LCMH)

The mission of Lake Charles Memorial Health System is to improve the health of the people of southwest Louisiana through superior care, innovative service, health education and disease prevention provided in a personalized, caring and safe environment.
Revenue
$502.3m
Assets
$361.2m
Employees
3,230
EIN
72-0551963
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lake Charles Charter Academy Foundation

Non-profit foundation owning & operating Lake Charles Charter Academy, providing K-8 students with research-based curriculum & academic rigor.
Revenue
$41.4m
Assets
$66.3m
Employees
0
EIN
27-3158582
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United Way of Southwest Louisiana

For over 75 years, United Way of Southwest Louisiana has been committed to building strong, successful families and strengthening our community.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$16.1m
Employees
15
EIN
72-0456901
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Community Foundation of Southwest Louisiana

We impact Southwest Louisiana by positioning the community foundation to be a recognized leader and by empowering donors and proactively establishing grants for targeted programs.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$39.6m
Employees
3
EIN
72-1508036
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council

Southwest Louisiana AIDS Council offers a variety of services across six parishes to support individuals living with HIV/AIDS in managing their condition. Services provided include case management, assessment, referral, and follow-up for substance abuse.
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
61
EIN
72-1115522
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Safety Council of Southwest Louisiana

Safety Council offers health and safety information, industrial training programs, and court support. Provides general safety programs with computer-based and live training.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$19.2m
Employees
36
EIN
72-0506995
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southwest Louisana Independence Center (SLIC)

To assist individuals with disabilities in making decisions with regard to performing tasks in daily living and functioning as independently as possible.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
336
EIN
58-1648757
IRS type
501(c)(3)

HC Drew Estate

HC Drew Estate funds general education purposes through direct distributions to schools and organizations. Located in Lake Charles, LA.
Revenue
$18.8m
Assets
$101.0m
Employees
5
EIN
72-6019245
IRS type
501(c)(4)

Southwest Louisiana Construction Users Council (LAIA)

Educate national, state and local civic and other leaders on issues affecting and impacting upon business, industry and trade. Keep the public informed on the advantages and benefits that business and industry bring to Southwest Louisiana.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$10.7m
Employees
0
EIN
72-1152288
IRS type
501(c)(6)

St Nicholas Center for Children

St Nicholas Center provides therapy and support to transform the lives of children with autism, delays and disorders in Lake Charles, LA.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$7.4m
Employees
96
EIN
26-0566851
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Christus Health Southwestern Louisiana

Christus Health SWLA provides charitable and affordable health care services rooted in tradition and mission, based in Lake Charles, LA.
Revenue
$306.2m
Assets
$170.5m
Employees
1,444
EIN
72-0411322
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southwest Louisiana Credit Union

Southwest Louisiana Credit Union empowers members through financial education, counseling, and community partnerships, aiming to eliminate poverty and enhance economic opportunities.
Revenue
$14.7m
Assets
$172.0m
Employees
85
EIN
72-0454922
IRS type
501(c)(14)

Calcasieu Association for Retarded Citizens (CARC)

CARC was founded on the principle that each individual is entitled to an opportunity to prosper in all facets of developmental and independent functions, and to share the same rights, privileges, and responsibilities afforded all other citizens.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$11.5m
Employees
230
EIN
72-0946698
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy Foundation

Foundation operating Southwest Louisiana Charter Academy and Lake Charles College Prep - providing K-12 education services in Calcasieu Parish.
Revenue
$22.1m
Assets
$45.2m
Employees
0
EIN
45-5379712
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Swla Center for Health Services

The Swla Center for Health Services provides medical, lab, kidmed, and hiv services to socio-economically disadvantaged regions of southwest Louisiana. Their mission is to provide medical care to those who would otherwise not have access to it.
Revenue
$23.9m
Assets
$23.2m
Employees
273
EIN
72-1015384
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School

Bishop Noland Episcopal Day School provides private education for over 370 students through a range of programs from PK2 to 8th grade.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$17.6m
Employees
111
EIN
27-0205442
IRS type
501(c)(3)

SWLA Association of Realtors

Lake Charles-based real estate board fostering community. Sponsors member functions, offers multiple listing services & serves an exempt purpose.
Revenue
$979.2k
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
4
EIN
72-6020725
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Family and Youth Counseling Agency

Affordable counseling, advocacy, and education services to individuals, couples, and families in Southwest Louisiana with court-appointed special advocates.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
56
EIN
72-0688561
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Chamber Southwest Louisiana

The Chamber Southwest Louisiana encourages and promotes the continuation of business in Southwest Louisiana through various activities, while also providing member services to its member businesses.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
14
EIN
72-0233565
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Life Christian Academy High

A Christian co-ed high school in Sulphur, LA dedicated to academic excellence in a wholesome atmosphere.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$12.0m
Employees
0
EIN
88-4129388
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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