Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $515,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$515,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $135,000 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $515,000 | 9 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Celeste and Robert Rosamond 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 5 | $470,000 |
| Mississippi | 4 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LSU Foundation | For general purposes of grantee | $400,000 |
| Casa of South Mississippi | For general purposes of grantee | $30,000 |
| Breakthrough New Orleans | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| De la Salle of New Orleans Inc | For general purposes of grantee | $25,000 |
| Hope Ignites New Orleans | For general purposes of grantee | $10,000 |
| Hogs for A Cause | For general purposes of grantee | $10,000 |
| The King's Kitchen | For general purposes of grantee | $5,000 |
| BW Community Sailing Foundation | For general purposes of grantee | $5,000 |
| Hancock Resource Center | For general purposes of grantee | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Rosamond
- Celeste Rosamond
Questions people ask
Does Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family Foundation give?
$515,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Celeste and Robert Rosamond Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Rosamond (Director) and Celeste Rosamond (Director).