Si Robin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Si Robin Foundation is a private foundation in Woodland Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.5 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $51,695 and the largest $688,488. 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$51,695
- Largest grant$688,488
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3.3 million the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 | $1.8 million | 23 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 27 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $2.5 million | 28 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Si Robin 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 Si Robin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 5 | $1.1 million |
| California | 13 | $913,705 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $162,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $102,591 |
| Washington | 1 | $74,010 |
| Nevada | 1 | $60,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $24,893 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $16,927 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum | Museum | $688,488 |
| Palm Springs Air Museum Inc | Museum | $255,600 |
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum | Museum | $164,240 |
| San Diego Air and Space Museum | Museum | $150,000 |
| Und Aerospace Foundation | General operating support | $142,000 |
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum | Museum | $117,382 |
| Bob Hoover Academy | Teaching | $100,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Medical research | $92,591 |
| Individual | Medical transportation | $85,835 |
| Museum of Flight Foundation | Museum | $74,010 |
| Aero Club of Southern Ca | General operating support | $73,500 |
| Reno Air Racing Association Inc | General operating support | $60,000 |
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum | Museum | $53,436 |
| Individual | General operating support | $53,390 |
| Wings Over the Rockies | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum | Museum | $46,550 |
| Aerospace Museum of California | Museum | $35,000 |
| Vintage Auto Racing Association | Museum | $35,000 |
| Planes of Fame Air Museum | Museum | $33,190 |
| Children's Hospital of Los Angeles | General operating support | $33,190 |
| Aero Club of Southern California | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Universit | Education | $24,893 |
| Und Aerospace Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Camarillo Wings Association | General operating support | $20,000 |
| The Aopa Foundation | Classes | $20,000 |
| Individual | Museum | $16,927 |
| Aviation Explorers Inc | Education | $14,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Community outreach | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Seymour Robin
- Lori Vreeke
- Jeffrey Robin
- James Vreeke
Questions people ask
Does Si Robin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Si Robin Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $51,695.
Who runs Si Robin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Seymour Robin (President), Lori Vreeke (Secretary), Jeffrey Robin (Vice President) and James Vreeke (Ceo).
What does Si Robin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.