Tesson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tesson Foundation is a private foundation in Metairie, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $187,785 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $95,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$187,785
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was up from $165,500 the year before.
74% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $104,650 | 15 | $0 |
| 2023 | $165,500 | 14 | $0 |
| 2024 | $187,785 | 32 | $0 |
How to apply
Tesson 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 Tesson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 13 | $158,410 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $25,275 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $400 |
| Kansas | 2 | $300 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $300 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The STEM Library | General | $95,000 |
| University of Southern Mississippi | General | $25,275 |
| St Mary's Academy | General | $20,000 |
| Archbishop Hannan High School | General | $10,260 |
| The 18th Ward | General | $10,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,500 |
| Covenant House New Orleans | General | $5,200 |
| St Paul's Catholic School | General | $5,000 |
| Tulane Research | General | $5,000 |
| Individual | General | $1,000 |
| Mercy Homes for Boys Girls | General | $1,000 |
| Bridge House | General | $500 |
| Individual | General | $500 |
| Individual | General | $300 |
| Sloan Kettering Cancer Center | General | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $250 |
| United Service Organizations | General | $250 |
| New Orleans Museum of Art | General | $200 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | General | $200 |
| Individual | General | $200 |
| Individual | General | $200 |
| Veterans of Foreign War | General | $200 |
| Toys for Tots | General | $200 |
| Red Cloud Indian School | General | $200 |
| Individual | General | $200 |
| Shriners Childrens Hospital | General | $200 |
| St Labre Indian School | General | $150 |
| Priests of the Sacred Heart | General | $150 |
| St Bonaventures Indian Mission | General | $100 |
| Individual | General | $100 |
| Individual | General | $100 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Tiffany T Hillegass
- Cherish van Mullem
- Patrick A Tesson
Questions people ask
Does Tesson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tesson Foundation give?
$187,785 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Tesson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tiffany T Hillegass (Sec./ Treas), Cherish van Mullem (Vice President) and Patrick A Tesson (President).
What does Tesson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.