J Mack Robinson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J Mack Robinson Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $330,430 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $122,280. 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$330,430
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$122,280
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was down from $387,782 the year before.
65% 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 | $172,400 | 15 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $387,782 | 20 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $330,430 | 17 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
J Mack Robinson 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 J Mack Robinson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 12 | $292,430 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Ponce de Leon Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $122,280 |
| High Museum of Art | Unrestricted | $71,000 |
| UGA Foundation | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Forward Arts Foundation | Unrestricted | $26,650 |
| CCHS San Diego | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Prevent Blindness | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Emory University | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Atlanta Youth Academy | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Andee's Army | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Chastain Horse Park | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Fernbank Museum | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| GA Committee of the National Museum of Women in the Arts | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| East Beach ASSN | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Piedmont Park Conservancey | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Ibcaf | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Harriett J Robinson
- Robin Robinson Howell
- Jill E Robinson
Questions people ask
Does J Mack Robinson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J Mack Robinson Foundation give?
$330,430 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs J Mack Robinson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harriett J Robinson (Trustee), Robin Robinson Howell (Trustee) and Jill E Robinson (Trustee).
What does J Mack Robinson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.