Collins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Collins Family Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,947 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $7,880. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,947
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$7,880
- Assets$645,116
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $265 the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $265 | 2 | $694,834 |
| 2025 | $35,947 | 12 | $645,116 |
How to apply
Collins 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.
What Collins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 7 | $24,000 |
| California | 3 | $11,380 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $67 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Costa Canyon Hs Foundation | Athletic dept fundraising | $7,880 |
| Executive Council Charities | Support youth in arizona | $6,000 |
| Arcadia High School PTO | Support academic programs | $6,000 |
| Saint Francis Xavier Parish | Athletic dept fundraising | $5,000 |
| Ingleside PTO | Support academic programs | $4,000 |
| Crohn's and Colitis Foundation | Support research | $2,500 |
| Arcadia Lacrosse | Support local youth in lacrosse | $1,500 |
| Rob Machado Foundation | Support clean water & clean beaches | $1,000 |
| Arcadia Youth Wrestling Club | Support local youth in wrestling | $1,000 |
| Hemingway Look A Like Inc | Support youth and community | $500 |
| Baller Dream Foundation | Support youth battling cancer | $500 |
| Wues PTO | Support academic programs | $67 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Collins
- Christopher Collins
- Erin Denk
- Kevin Collins
- Matthew Collins
- Michael Collins
Questions people ask
Does Collins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Collins Family Foundation give?
$35,947 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Collins Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Collins (President), Christopher Collins (Director), Erin Denk (Director) and Kevin Collins (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Collins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.