Collins Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Collins Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $292,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$292,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $267,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $267,000 | 26 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $292,000 | 28 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
Collins Charitable 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 Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 21 | $242,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beebe Medical Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Clear Space Theatre | Donation | $25,000 |
| Community Resource Center | Donation | $25,000 |
| Food Bank of Delaware | Donation | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Donation | $25,000 |
| University of Delaware | Donation | $20,000 |
| Childrens Beach House | Donation | $15,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Pathways to Success | Donation | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Maryland | Donation | $10,000 |
| Camden Coalition of Healthcare | Donation | $10,000 |
| Rehoboth Beach Boys & Girls Club | Donation | $10,000 |
| First Tee - Delaware | Donation | $10,000 |
| Joshua M Freeman Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Delaware Center for the Inland Bays | Donation | $5,000 |
| Friends of Rehoboth Beach Public Li | Donation | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse for Broken Wings | Donation | $5,000 |
| Rehoboth Beach Historical Society | Donation | $5,000 |
| Rehoboth Beach Vol Fire Dept | Donation | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Donation | $5,000 |
| Sussex County Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $5,000 |
| Lancaster County Food Hub | Donation | $5,000 |
| Arch Street Center | Donation | $5,000 |
| Merr Institute | Donation | $5,000 |
| Friends of Middletown Free Library | Donation | $5,000 |
| Village Improvement Association | Donation | $4,000 |
| Southern de Therapeutic Riding | Donation | $2,000 |
| Rehoboth Beach Main Street | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Collins
- Margaret P Collins
Questions people ask
Does Collins Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Collins Charitable Foundation give?
$292,000 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Collins Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Collins (President) and Margaret P Collins (Vice Preside).
What does Collins Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, health and arts and culture.