Tobin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tobin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,400 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,600 and the largest $5,700. 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$11,400
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,600
- Largest grant$5,700
- Assets$222,128
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $11,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $11,500 | 6 | $230,591 |
| 2024 | $11,500 | 5 | $228,250 |
| 2025 | $11,400 | 4 | $222,128 |
How to apply
Tobin 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 Tobin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 3 | $5,700 |
| California | 1 | $5,700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Earthrace Conservation | General charitable purposes | $5,700 |
| Riverlink | General charitable purposes | $3,200 |
| Appalachian Wildlife Refuge | General charitable purposesgeneral charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| North Carolina Glass Center | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Tobin
- Kristina Trainque
Questions people ask
Does Tobin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tobin Family Foundation give?
$11,400 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,600.
Who runs Tobin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Tobin (Trustee) and Kristina Trainque (Trustee).
What does Tobin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.