Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation is a private foundation in Mount Vernon, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,130 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$60,130
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,125 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $31,750 | 21 | $886,270 |
| 2024 | $44,125 | 24 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $60,130 | 30 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Robert L & Mary J Bartlett 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 Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 12 | $32,500 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $7,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $7,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $4,465 |
| Ohio | 2 | $4,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $3,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $165 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat of Evansville | Decent & affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Habitat of Evansville | Decent & affordable housing | $5,000 |
| Youth First Inc | Family assistance | $5,000 |
| Jonathan Edwards Classical Academy | Educational | $4,000 |
| Indiana University Foundation Kenya Operating Fund | Medical | $3,000 |
| Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus | Educational | $3,000 |
| Compassion International | Religious | $2,500 |
| Black Mountain Home for | Family assistance | $2,500 |
| Riverlink | Environmental | $2,500 |
| Compassion International | Religious | $2,500 |
| Riverlink | Environmental | $2,500 |
| Indiana University Foundation Kenya Operating Fund | Medical | $2,500 |
| Wolfgang Orchestra and Chorus | Educational | $2,000 |
| Baptist Mid Missions | Religious | $2,000 |
| Baptist Mid Missions | Religious | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Cross Roads Prison Ministry | Religious | $1,000 |
| Every Home for Christ | Religious | $1,000 |
| Hope College | Educational | $1,000 |
| Family Matters | Religious | $1,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Religious | $1,000 |
| Words of Hope | Religious | $1,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious | $1,000 |
| Myriad USA the American School in Japan | Educational | $500 |
| Nafasi Mentorpoint Cbo | Religious | $255 |
| Nafasi Mentorpoint Cbo | Religious | $210 |
| Jonathan's House Central Africa | Religious | $165 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Bartlett
- Patricia Bartlett
- Lisa J Haworth
- Robert J Bartlett
Questions people ask
Does Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation give?
$60,130 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Bartlett (President), Patricia Bartlett (Director), Lisa J Haworth (Director) and Robert J Bartlett (Director).
What does Robert L & Mary J Bartlett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.