Cerise Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cerise Family Foundation is a private foundation in Friendswood, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $412,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$412,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $361,450 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $361,450 | 5 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $412,500 | 5 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Cerise 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 4 | $312,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Foundation | Donation to hospital | $250,000 |
| MD Anderson | Donation to non profit program | $100,000 |
| Have Shears Will Travel | Donation to non profit program | $50,000 |
| Friendswood Isd Education Foundation | Donation to school foundation | $11,500 |
| Galveston County Fair & Rodeo | Donation to livestock auction | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard Cherry
- Regina Cherry
- Elaine Stark
- Hayley Wagoner
Questions people ask
Does Cerise Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cerise Family Foundation give?
$412,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Cerise Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leonard Cherry (Director), Regina Cherry (Director), Elaine Stark (Director) and Hayley Wagoner (Director).