Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 14 grants; the typical grant was $38,750 and the largest $632,500. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$38,750
- Largest grant$632,500
- Assets$38.8 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
36% of its 2024 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 | $2.0 million | 26 | $37.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 14 | $38.8 million |
How to apply
Joseph E Robert Jr 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 Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $1.1 million |
| Maryland | 5 | $158,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fight for Children | Mission purpose | $632,500 |
| Children's National Hospital Foundation | Mission purpose | $225,000 |
| The Washington Ballet | Mission purpose | $100,000 |
| Don Bosco Cristo Rey High School | Mission purpose | $80,000 |
| Bread for the City | Mission purpose | $69,350 |
| Washington Nationals Philanthropies | Mission purpose | $65,000 |
| The Black Feather Foundation | Mission purpose | $40,000 |
| Connelly School of the Holy Child | Mission purpose | $37,500 |
| Athletes for Hope | Mission purpose | $25,000 |
| Aleph Institute | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Citydance | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Passion & Compassion Inc | Mission purpose | $10,000 |
| Tora Juniors Football Club | Mission purpose | $6,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen | Mission purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- G David Fensterheim
Questions people ask
Does Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $38,750.
Who runs Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists G David Fensterheim (Trustee).
What does Joseph E Robert Jr Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.