Melancon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Melancon Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cut Off, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $16,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$16,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$661
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,017 the year before.
71% 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 | $50,500 | 14 | $50,271 |
| 2024 | $51,017 | 22 | $3,868 |
| 2025 | $16,000 | 7 | $661 |
How to apply
Melancon 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 Melancon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 6 | $13,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Delvin Adams Post 315 | To support civic activities | $5,000 |
| Louisiana Technical Community College | To support educational activities | $3,500 |
| Human Life International | To support civic activities | $3,000 |
| Nicholls State University | To support educational activities | $2,500 |
| Grand Isle Fire Department | To support civic activities | $1,000 |
| Bless Your Heart | To support civic activities | $500 |
| Fletcher Technical Community College | To support educational activities | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Annie V Melancon
- Michael A Melancon
- Vanessa M Pierce
- Michelle E Christen
- Johnette M Melancon
- Lauren M Guidry
Questions people ask
Does Melancon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melancon Family Foundation give?
$16,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Melancon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Annie V Melancon (President), Michael A Melancon (Vice-President), Vanessa M Pierce (Treasurer) and Michelle E Christen (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Melancon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and education.