Risser Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Risser Family Foundation is a private foundation in Clearwater, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $135,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$135,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 10 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $135,000 | 12 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Risser Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Risser Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $90,000 |
| New York | 5 | $25,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sunken Gardens Forever Foundation | Conservation and animal welfare | $50,000 |
| Ready for Life | Social services | $25,000 |
| Jefferson County SPCA | Animal welfare | $10,000 |
| Playhouse Square Foundation | Performing arts programs | $10,000 |
| Polywogs Charities Inc | Social services | $10,000 |
| Homeless Empowerment Program | Social services | $5,000 |
| The Thresholds | Social services | $5,000 |
| Zoo New York at Thompson Park | Conservation and animal welfare | $5,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Social services and food bank | $5,000 |
| St Lawrence Valley Educational Television Council Inc DBA Wpbs-Tv | Educational tv programming and workshops | $5,000 |
| All Creatures Big and Small | Animal welfare | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army of Jefferson County Ny | Social services and disaster relief | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Phares N Risser III
- Frances Walker Risser
- Peter N Risser
- Jennifer L Risser
- Amelia James for Hancock Whitney Ba
Questions people ask
Does Risser Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Risser Family Foundation give?
$135,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Risser Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Phares N Risser III (Trustee), Frances Walker Risser (Trustee), Peter N Risser (Trustee) and Jennifer L Risser (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Risser Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and human services.