The Robey Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
The Robey Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Redding, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $419,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $150,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$419,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was up from $368,591 the year before.
28% of its 2024 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 | $368,591 | 16 | $10.2 million |
| 2024 | $419,000 | 18 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Matthew J Robey 1 Dry River Court, Redding, CT 06896 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (912) 598-0365 |
| What to submit | Informal communication and written institutional contact |
| Deadlines | Deadline for submission of student essays is the last day of the year |
| Restrictions | Seld study with completeion of essay. Grants made to institution for the application to student's tuition account of scholarship funds. |
What The Robey Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $150,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $129,000 |
| Connecticut | 9 | $88,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $22,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ave Maria School of Law | Tuition support | $150,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Tuition and administration support | $121,000 |
| The William F Buckley Jr Program | Tuition support | $30,000 |
| St James Catholic School | Tuition support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Breakfast program and behavorial health clinic | $20,000 |
| Mark Twain Library | Library services | $10,000 |
| Leader Dogs | Blind and impaired assistance support | $8,000 |
| Cathedral of St John | Tuition support | $8,000 |
| Lifestriders | Imparement assistance | $7,000 |
| Wi Parkinson Associates | Parkinson assistance | $7,000 |
| St Peter School | Tuition support | $6,000 |
| St Joseph School | Tuition support | $6,000 |
| St Gregory School | Tuition support | $6,000 |
| New Pond Farm | Enviormental education | $5,000 |
| Redding Country Club Scholarships | Tuition support | $2,500 |
| The Center for Empowerment and Education | Health care servcies | $2,500 |
| Wright Way Animal Rescue | Animal assistance | $2,500 |
| Alive Rescue | Animal assistance | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew Robey
- Paul Robey
- Elizabeth Robey
- Pamela Robey
Questions people ask
Does The Robey Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Deadline for submission of student essays is the last day of the year.
How much does The Robey Charitable Trust give?
$419,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Robey Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Matthew Robey (Officer), Paul Robey (Officer), Elizabeth Robey (Officer) and Pamela Robey (Officer).
What does The Robey Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and health.