Robins Kaplan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robins Kaplan Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $730,116 in 103 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $60,600. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$730,116
- Number of grants103
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$60,600
- Assets$252,710
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $688,478 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $775,184 | 122 | $589,086 |
| 2023 | $688,478 | 136 | $935,635 |
| 2024 | $730,116 | 103 | $252,710 |
How to apply
Robins Kaplan 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 Robins Kaplan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 63 | $499,055 |
| California | 15 | $123,850 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $57,961 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $19,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $6,050 |
| Maryland | 2 | $5,350 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 4 | $2,700 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Fund for Legal Aid | Charitable operations support | $60,600 |
| Greater Twin Cities United Way | Charitable operations support | $60,000 |
| Special Olympics Massachusetts | Charitable operations support | $36,711 |
| Public Counsel | Charitable operations support | $35,000 |
| Southern MN Regional Legal Services | Charitable operations support | $30,000 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | Charitable operations support | $20,000 |
| Children's Theatre Company | Charitable operations support | $18,000 |
| Volunteer Lawyers Network | Charitable operations support | $17,900 |
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Charitable operations support | $17,500 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | Charitable operations support | $16,500 |
| Equal Justice Works | Charitable operations support | $15,000 |
| The Fund for Legal Aid | Charitable operations support | $15,000 |
| Firefighters for Healing | Charitable operations support | $12,500 |
| Southern MN Regional Legal Services | Charitable operations support | $11,500 |
| Tee It Up for the Troops Inc | Charitable operations support | $10,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County & the Inland Empire | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| California Rural Legal Assistance | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Foundation of the Fba | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Guthrie Theater Foundation | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Hennepin County Bar Foundation | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Illusion Theater | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestral Association | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Silicon Valley Urban Debate League | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Silicon Valley Urban Debate League | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| The Home for Little Wanderers | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| The Redemption Project | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | Charitable operations support | $10,000 |
| Pacer Center Inc | Charitable operations support | $9,830 |
| Angel City Sports | Charitable operations support | $9,000 |
| Boston Bar Foundation | Charitable operations support | $7,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles | Charitable operations support | $7,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles | Charitable operations support | $7,500 |
| Walker Art Center | Charitable operations support | $7,500 |
| Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity | Charitable operations support | $7,250 |
| Minnesota Justice Foundation | Charitable operations support | $6,900 |
| Can Do Canines | Charitable operations support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Froio
- Brendan Johnson
- Cyrus Morton
- David Martinez
- Jake Holdreith
- Melissa D'alelio
- Michael Collyard
- Patrick Arenz
- Ronald Schutz
- Steven Schumeister
Questions people ask
Does Robins Kaplan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robins Kaplan Foundation give?
$730,116 in tax year 2024, across 103 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Robins Kaplan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anthony Froio (Chairman), Brendan Johnson (Trustee), Cyrus Morton (Trustee - As of 3/25) and David Martinez (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Robins Kaplan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, human services and youth programs.