Robbins Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robbins Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Framingham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,845 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $410 and the largest $5,345. 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$7,845
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$410
- Largest grant$5,345
- Assets$1,641
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,353 the year before.
13% 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 | $6,500 | 10 | $2,681 |
| 2024 | $8,353 | 8 | $8,668 |
| 2025 | $7,845 | 8 | $1,641 |
How to apply
Robbins Charitable 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 Robbins Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $7,115 |
| Arizona | 1 | $550 |
| New York | 1 | $180 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Graceworks Childcare | Charitable and religious | $5,345 |
| American Cancer | Charitable and religious | $550 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable and religious | $550 |
| Alzheimer Association | Charitable and religious | $445 |
| Pine St Inn | Charitable and education | $375 |
| WGBH | Charitable and religious | $250 |
| Hadassah International | Charitable and religious | $180 |
| Mass Audobon Society | Charitable and religious | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Phyllis Robbins
- Donna Robbins
- Bruce Kaplan
- Peter Robbins
Questions people ask
Does Robbins Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robbins Charitable Foundation give?
$7,845 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $410.
Who runs Robbins Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Phyllis Robbins (Trustee), Donna Robbins (Trustee), Bruce Kaplan (Trustee) and Peter Robbins (Trustee).
What does Robbins Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.