The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $163,500 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$163,500
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,500 the year before.
30% 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 | $146,500 | 30 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $138,500 | 36 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $163,500 | 37 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Robert & Kelly Kaplan 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 The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $69,000 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $28,000 |
| New York | 4 | $13,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $7,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ACLU Foundation of San Diego and Imperial Counties | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Hindman Settlement School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Save the Chimps Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| University of San Diego | USD Law School Fund | $10,000 |
| Casa Cornelia Legal Services | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Earthrights International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Dap Health Inc | Palm Springs AIDS Memorial | $5,000 |
| Evergreen State College Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Friends of the World Food Program Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | Maui Strong Fund | $5,000 |
| International Fund for Animal Welfare Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of San Diego | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lucky Duck Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| United States Association for Unhcr | Sudan Crisis Relief Efforts | $5,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights Inc | Support Work Related to Abortion Care | $3,000 |
| Performing Animal Welfare Society | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Supporting the victims of the Pacific Palisades and Eaton Los Angeles Wildfires | $2,500 |
| Amnesty International of the USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Palm Springs Animal Shelter | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Human Rights Watch Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Inner City Law Center | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| JW Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| KPBS San Diego | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Maui Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Meals-On-Wheels Greater San Diego Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Del Mar Community Connections | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Feeding San Diego | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
| Palm Springs Art Museum | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Rails to Trails Conservancy | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly J Kaplan
- Robert J Kaplan
Questions people ask
Does The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation give?
$163,500 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kelly J Kaplan (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec, Treas) and Robert J Kaplan (Co- Pres, Dir).
What does The Robert & Kelly Kaplan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and international.