Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Skokie, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $255,781 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $198,904. 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$255,781
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$198,904
- Assets$460,762
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,345 the year before.
90% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $136,313 | 22 | $1.3 million |
| 2022 | $88,357 | 19 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $41,907 | 14 | $634,557 |
| 2024 | $66,345 | 19 | $522,388 |
| 2025 | $255,781 | 19 | $460,762 |
How to apply
Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $247,967 |
| New York | 8 | $4,159 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $3,155 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish United Fund | Educational and religious | $198,904 |
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Chicago | Educational and religious | $45,500 |
| Friends of Asor Fund (Through Jgive) | Educational and religious | $3,000 |
| Chicago Mitzvah Campaign | Educational and religious | $1,853 |
| Pef Israel Endowment Funds | Educational and religious | $1,029 |
| Migdalor (Through Jgive) | Educational and religious | $1,000 |
| Congregation Yehuda Moshe Sisterhood | Educational and religious | $1,000 |
| Hebron Fund | Educational and religious | $525 |
| Friendship Circle of la | Educational and religious | $500 |
| One Israel Fund | Educational and religious | $500 |
| Yeshivat Hesder Shilo | Educational and religious | $360 |
| Bnei Akiva Kedma | Educational and religious | $360 |
| Rebecca Copeland Fund for Social Justice | Educational and religious | $250 |
| Ezer Mizion | Educational and religious | $200 |
| Adi Israel Fdn | Educational and religious | $185 |
| Bais Yakov Hs | Educational and religious | $180 |
| The Purim Fund | Educational and religious | $180 |
| Pillar Elementary School Wheelin' -N' -Walkin' Challenge | Educational and religious | $155 |
| Ida Crown Jewish Academy | Educational and religious | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Elliott Robinson
- Freda Robinson
- Colman Ginsparg
Questions people ask
Does Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$255,781 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elliott Robinson (President), Freda Robinson (Secretary) and Colman Ginsparg (Director).
What does Sheldon and Freda Robinson Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.