Harry and Judith Collins Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harry and Judith Collins Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $533,750 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$533,750
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$9,090
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $160,000 | 2 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 2 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 2 | $9,090 |
How to apply
Harry and Judith Collins 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
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rancho Santa Fe Foundation | General support | $1.1 million |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | General supports | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Cathy Collins Geier
- Christopher Allen Collins
- Carolyn Collins Dempsey
- Laurie A Collins Chamberlain
- Suzanne Elizabeth Collins Ricci
- Kelly Ann Collins Petit
- Peter Allen Collins
- David Boatwright
Questions people ask
Does Harry and Judith Collins Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harry and Judith Collins Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $533,750.
Who runs Harry and Judith Collins Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cathy Collins Geier (Director), Christopher Allen Collins (Director), Carolyn Collins Dempsey (Director) and Laurie A Collins Chamberlain (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.