Risen Star Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Risen Star Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $10,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$10,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$212,544
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $22,000 | 4 | $209,883 |
| 2024 | $7,500 | 1 | $212,712 |
| 2025 | $10,000 | 1 | $212,544 |
How to apply
Risen Star 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 Risen Star Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation | To help fund research into the vital area of pediatric cancer. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charmaine R Thionville
- Louie J Roussel III
- Colette Cisco
Questions people ask
Does Risen Star Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Risen Star Foundation give?
$10,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Risen Star Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charmaine R Thionville (Pres. / Director), Louie J Roussel III (Director) and Colette Cisco (Director).
What does Risen Star Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and youth programs.