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The Edward L. Rispone Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Louisiana, with additional support in Colorado and Ohio. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals and makes grants through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
THE SISTER DULCE FOUNDATION INC
$3.1M
17%
THE PARABLE FOUNDATION
$259K
1%
Westminster Christian Academy
$200K
1%
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Total No. of Grants
32
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Louisiana, Colorado, and Ohio. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $2.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include THE SISTER DULCE FOUNDATION INC, THE PARABLE FOUNDATION, and Westminster Christian Academy. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE EDWARD L RISPONE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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