The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $13,500. 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$81,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $82,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,000 | 14 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $82,000 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $81,000 | 13 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Robert and Ann Kennedy 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 The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $24,500 |
| New York | 3 | $24,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $8,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Education | $13,500 |
| American Heart Association Greater Southeast Affiliate | Education and research | $10,500 |
| Mental Health America | Education | $10,000 |
| Stjude Children's Research Hospital | Research | $8,500 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | Animal rescue | $8,000 |
| Fischer Ctr for Alzheimer's Researc | Research | $6,500 |
| Oxfam | Education | $6,000 |
| Boys Town | Education | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Education | $5,000 |
| UNICEF | Education and research | $4,000 |
| Cato Institute | Education | $1,500 |
| Charity Navigator | Research | $1,500 |
| Florida Breast Cancer Foundation | Education and research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann F Kennedy
- Robert Russell Kennedy
- James Mark Kennedy
- David Charles Kennedy
- W Brian Kennedy
- Kathleen Ann Kennedy
Questions people ask
Does The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation give?
$81,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann F Kennedy (Trustee), Robert Russell Kennedy (Trustee), James Mark Kennedy (Trustee) and David Charles Kennedy (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert and Ann Kennedy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.