The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation is a private foundation in Nokomis, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,719 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $23,799. 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$54,719
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$23,799
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,874 the year before.
30% 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 | $39,256 | 27 | $893,502 |
| 2024 | $47,874 | 33 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $54,719 | 33 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Devitt-Risse 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 The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $24,049 |
| Florida | 7 | $13,683 |
| Virginia | 2 | $6,025 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $2,975 |
| New York | 6 | $2,433 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,400 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1,494 |
| Georgia | 2 | $1,029 |
| Arizona | 1 | $525 |
| Texas | 1 | $106 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bringing Hope Home | Charitable purpose | $23,799 |
| Mote Marine | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Conquer Cancer Foundation | Charitable purpose | $5,775 |
| Focus | Charitable purpose | $2,400 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Charitable purpose | $1,818 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| National Geographic | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Shannon Daley Memorial | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Hunterdon Health Foundation | Charitable purpose | $545 |
| Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund | Charitable purpose | $529 |
| Make A Wish | Charitable purpose | $525 |
| Venice Theatre | Charitable purpose | $515 |
| American Cancer Society | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Flemington Presbyterian | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Ru Foundation | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Tidewell Foundation | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| Venice Area Mobile Meals | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| St Francis Animal Rescue | Charitable purpose | $307 |
| Heifer International | Charitable purpose | $291 |
| National Park Conservation Association | Charitable purpose | $263 |
| USA for Unhcr | Charitable purpose | $258 |
| United Way - Bucks County | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Thomas Jefferson Foundation | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Wedu PBS | Charitable purpose | $250 |
| Barnegat Light Volunteer | Charitable purpose | $200 |
| Covenant House | Charitable purpose | $130 |
| Susan G Komen Foundation | Charitable purpose | $106 |
| UNICEF | Charitable purpose | $105 |
| Network for Good | Charitable purpose | $103 |
| Fop Lbi #5 | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| Friends of the Smithsonian | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| Sarasota Opera | Charitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Risse
- Patricia Risse
Questions people ask
Does The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation give?
$54,719 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Risse (Trustee) and Patricia Risse (Trustee).
What does The Devitt-Risse Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and food and hunger.