The Robertson Powell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robertson Powell Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,900 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $90,450. 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$170,900
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$90,450
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $55,250 the year before.
67% 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 | $161,000 | 4 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $55,250 | 13 | $2.7 million |
| 2025 | $170,900 | 18 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Robertson Powell 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 Robertson Powell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $90,450 |
| California | 11 | $63,200 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hypersomnia Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $90,450 |
| J David Gladstone Institutes | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| The Commonwealth Club - World Affairs of Cal | Gala Fund | $15,000 |
| ACLU Foundation of Southern California | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Vital Voices Global Partnership Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Womens Fund of Santa Barbara | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Climate Change for All Educators Inc | Subject to Change | $5,000 |
| The Commonwealth Club - World Affairs of Californi | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Santa Barbara Cnty Immigrant Legal Defense Center | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Kasigau Student Education Fund | General & Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | General & Unrestricted | $1,200 |
| Chesapeake Shakespeare Company | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Project Sleep | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Washington Douglass Chorale | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Kleine Levin Syndrome Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
| Wake Up Narcolepsy Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew KW Powell
- Diane V Powell
- Evan WA Powell
Questions people ask
Does The Robertson Powell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robertson Powell Foundation give?
$170,900 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Robertson Powell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew KW Powell (Dir, Treas), Diane V Powell (Pres, Dir, Sec) and Evan WA Powell (Dir, VP).
What does The Robertson Powell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.