Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newark, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $93,600 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$93,600
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,000 the year before.
16% 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 | $67,500 | 20 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 20 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $93,600 | 20 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust 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 Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $12,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| Delaware | 3 | $4,600 |
| California | 2 | $3,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,500 |
| Illinois | 2 | $3,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JSTLV | Support for organization | $25,000 |
| Avalon Action Alliance | Support for organization | $12,500 |
| Haverford College Endowed Scholorsh | Support for organization's mission | $10,000 |
| American Battlefield Trust | Support for organization's mission | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Support for organization's mission | $5,000 |
| The Hill School | Support for organization | $5,000 |
| Grace Jones Community Center | Support for organization's mission | $3,000 |
| Wilmington Friends School | Support for organization | $2,600 |
| Gettysburg Foundation | Support for organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Support for organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Toys for Tots Foundation | Support for organization's mission | $2,500 |
| Individual | Support for organization | $2,500 |
| Widener University Fund | Support for organization | $2,500 |
| Central Sierra Historical Society | Support for organization | $2,500 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Support for organization's mission | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support for organization's mission | $1,000 |
| Leukemia Lymphoma Society | Support for organization's mission | $1,000 |
| The Ministry of Caring Inc | Support for organization | $1,000 |
| Sundayt Breakfast Mission | Support for organization | $1,000 |
| Turtle Hospital | Support for organization's mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Brobyn
- Robert C Brobyn
- John M Brobyn
Questions people ask
Does Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust give?
$93,600 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Brobyn (Board Member), Robert C Brobyn (Executive Dir) and John M Brobyn (Board Member).
What does Robert JF and Margaret M Brobyn Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.