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Reissa Foundation is a private corporation based in WILMINGTON, DE. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. The principal officer is Foundation Source. It holds total assets of $66.4M. Annual income is reported at $25.6M. Total assets have grown from N/A in 2015 to $66.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. Partners for Change in Our Communities - Committed to addressing social problems and improving the lives of vulnerable populations through collaborative, community-based grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Los Angeles County, California, Austin, Texas and Nationwide (for urgent community needs). According to available records, Reissa Foundation has made 407 grants totaling $12.7M, with a median grant of $20K. The foundation has distributed between $3.1M and $6.5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $6.5M distributed across 220 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $614 to $550K, with an average award of $31K. The foundation has supported 159 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Texas, Illinois, which account for 92% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$20K
Average Grant
$29K
Largest Grant
$140K
Based on 102 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Foster care initiatives in Austin, Texas
Community welfare programs in Los Angeles County
Services for crossover youth (involved in both child welfare and juvenile justice systems)
Emergency and critical community support nationwide
Partners for Change in Our Communities - Committed to addressing social problems and improving the lives of vulnerable populations through collaborative, community-based grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 407 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, TX, IL.
Reissa Foundation has distributed a total of $12.7M across 407 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $31K. Individual grants have ranged from $614 to $550K.
Reissa Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The foundation does not accept unsolicited grant proposals. Reissa identifies grantees through a collaborative, community-based approach and works directly with nonprofits, government agencies, and other funders. Organizations should engage with Reissa staff through existing community networks to explore partnership opportunities.
Reissa Foundation is headquartered in WILMINGTON, DE. While based in DE, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Scott | Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Laila Scott | Dir, Chairman | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| M Jordan Scott | Dir, Sec, Treas | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Suzanne Scott | Dir, Pres | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bethany Herwegh | Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$66.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$66.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
407
Total Giving
$12.7M
Average Grant
$31K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
159
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Community FoundationThe Re: Charitable Fund | Chicago, IL | $550K | 2023 |
| University Of Southern CaliforniaGrant Extension of Children's Data Network Probation and Child Welfare Record Linkage and Analysis | Los Angeles, CA | $150K | 2023 |
| Everytown For Gun Safety Support Fund IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $150K | 2023 |
| Southern California GrantmakersBlack Equity Collective | Los Angeles, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| The Ucla FoundationUCLA School of Law and Criminal Justice Program Youth Justice Projects | Pasadena, CA | $100K | 2023 |
| Guadalupe Neighborhood Development CorporationGNDC Community Land Trust ("CLT") Pipeline Expansion Fund | Austin, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Youth And Family AllianceLifeWorks Rapid Rehousing Program Support Services | Austin, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| Foundation CommunitiesChildren's Home Initiative- Hope through Housing | Austin, TX | $80K | 2023 |
| Los Angeles Metropolitian ChurchesAfrican American Infant and Mothers Mortality Project | Los Angeles, CA | $75K | 2023 |
| Butterflys HavenGeneral Operating FUND | Beverly Hills, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Casa Of Los AngelesYouth Justice and Essential History Program | Monterey Park, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| I Live Here I Give HereILIGH Amplify Fund | Austin, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Loyola Marymount UniversityLoyola Law School Project for the Innocent | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Capital Impact PartnersAustin Small Developer Pre-Development Fund | Arlington, VA | $50K | 2023 |
| Childrens Law Center Of CaliforniaAPPLA Youth | Monterey Park, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Pop-Up Birthday FoundationGeneral & Unrestricted | Rollingwood, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Children NowEffective Implementation of the Family Urgent Response System and Supports for children and Youth in Foster Care and/or Dual System Youth | Oakland, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Fostering Media ConnectionsGeneral & Unrestricted | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Imagine Los Angeles IncGeneral Operating & Social Benefit Navigator Support | Los Angeles, CA | $50K | 2023 |
| Arts For Healing And Justice NetworkGeneral & Unrestricted | Long Beach, CA | $40K | 2023 |
| Vera Institute Of Justice IncLos Angeles Youth Diversion and Development | Brooklyn, NY | $40K | 2023 |
| Seed House ProjectGeneral Operating | Glendale, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Social Good Fund IncTransformative in Prison Work Group | Richmond, CA | $35K | 2023 |
| Lutheran Social Service Of The South IncBeReal | Austin, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| United Friends Of The ChildrenLA County SB12 Project | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Capital Of Texas Media FoundationAffordable Housing Reporting fund | Austin, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Housingworks AustinCharitable Event | Austin, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| California Youth ConnectionGeneral & Unrestricted | Emeryville, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Austin Habitat For Humanity IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Austin, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Initiate JusticeGeneral & Unrestricted | Los Angeles, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Caritas Of AustinYouth (18-24) Homelessness Development Project Supportive Services | Austin, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Fulcrum ArtsLos Angeles County Arts Education Collective Funders Council | Pasadena, CA | $25K | 2023 |
| Urban SaddlesGeneral & Unrestricted | Los Angeles, CA | $23K | 2023 |
| Urban Association Of Forestry And Fire ProfessionaGeneral & Unrestricted | Azusa, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| First Nations Development InstituteCalifornia Native Fund | Longmont, CO | $20K | 2023 |
| Texas Tribune IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Austin, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| St Vincent Senior Citizen Nutrition Program IncGeneral Operating | Los Angeles, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Alma Backyard FarmGeneral & Unrestricted | Los Angeles, CA | $20K | 2023 |
| Philanthropy SouthwestCharitable Event | Dallas, TX | $18K | 2023 |
| Tahoe Truckee Community FoundationThe Donor Party Charitable Fund | Truckee, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Suprseed IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Los Angeles, CA | $15K | 2023 |
| Armstrong Community Music SchoolGeneral & Unrestricted | Austin, TX | $15K | 2023 |