Second Chance Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Second Chance Foundation is a private foundation in Covington, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,148 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $69,500. 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$170,148
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$69,500
- Assets$718
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $144,039 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 | $257,219 | 19 | $1,960 |
| 2024 | $144,039 | 18 | $944 |
| 2025 | $170,148 | 17 | $718 |
How to apply
Second Chance 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 Second Chance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 15 | $164,148 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge House | To help provide resources to the homeless | $69,500 |
| Upward Community Services Inc | To help improve the lives of the working poor. | $44,969 |
| Solutions of Folsom | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Live Oak High School | To benefit the high school football team | $8,200 |
| Individual | To provide an als patient with financial aid for their medical expenses. | $6,879 |
| Bogalusa High School | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Verticle Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Turn Around Village | To assist the organization in its mission to provide re-entry assistance to ex-offenders. | $3,600 |
| Northsore Food Bank | To help provide food resources to the less fortunate | $2,500 |
| Rich Mauti Cancer Fund | To fund and support cancer research | $2,500 |
| Kairos Prison Ministries | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Salmen High School | To benefit the high school tennis team | $2,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | To assist the organization in its mission to feed the hungry. | $1,500 |
| Kelly Gibson Foundation | To help improve the lives of those living in new orleans and surrounding areas. | $1,000 |
| Recreational Fisheries Resource Institute | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Black and Blue Fishing Club | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Covington Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael G Sanderson
- David Israel
- Allyson May
Questions people ask
Does Second Chance Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Second Chance Foundation give?
$170,148 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Second Chance Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael G Sanderson (Director / President), David Israel (Director / Secr. - Treas.) and Allyson May (Foundation Manager).
What does Second Chance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.