Robert Richardson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert Richardson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $192,850 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$192,850
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$576,843
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was down from $333,500 the year before.
56% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,000 | 2 | $691,880 |
| 2024 | $333,500 | 24 | $571,944 |
| 2025 | $192,850 | 12 | $576,843 |
How to apply
Robert Richardson 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 Robert Richardson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 8 | $102,850 |
| Iowa | 2 | $80,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Young Life | Young Life Columbia, SC | $40,000 |
| Young Life | Young Life Urban Columbia, SC | $40,000 |
| Columbia International University | Ben Lippen School | $25,000 |
| Blythewood Presbyterian Church | Investing in the Harvest Campaign | $20,000 |
| Columbia International University | Ben Lippen Athletic Department | $20,000 |
| Riverside Community Church | Missionary Medical Relief Fund | $20,000 |
| Blythewood Presbyterian Church | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Teachbeyond Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Shelby Moon Memorial Fund | $5,000 |
| Broad Street Methodist Church | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Welvista | Charitable Event | $500 |
| City Year Inc | General & Unrestricted | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Larkin
- Katherine Grimes Richardson
- R Joseph Richardson
Questions people ask
Does Robert Richardson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert Richardson Family Foundation give?
$192,850 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Robert Richardson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Larkin (Treas), Katherine Grimes Richardson (Sec) and R Joseph Richardson (Dir, Pres).
What does Robert Richardson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.