The Sisung Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sisung Foundation is a private foundation in New Orleans, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $44,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$44,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$800,739
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $47,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $47,000 | 13 | $823,018 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 10 | $800,739 |
How to apply
The Sisung 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 The Sisung Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 5 | $22,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethel Community Baptist Church | General support | $5,000 |
| Individual | General support | $5,000 |
| Louisiana Baptist Children | General support | $5,000 |
| Louisiana Methodist Children | General support | $5,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Research Hospi | General support | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| In Touch Ministries | General support | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General support | $2,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease Research | General support | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- LAWRENCE J SISUNG Jr
- Frances V Sisung
- Robert L Sisung
- Lawrence J Sisung III
Questions people ask
Does The Sisung Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sisung Foundation give?
$44,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Sisung Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists LAWRENCE J SISUNG Jr (Director), Frances V Sisung (Director), Robert L Sisung (Director) and Lawrence J Sisung III (Director).
What does The Sisung Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and science and research.