The Robert and Carol Adams Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert and Carol Adams Foundation is a private foundation in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,062 and the largest $6,500. 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$26,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,062
- Largest grant$6,500
- Assets$620,484
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $25,000 | 4 | $507,792 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 5 | $552,020 |
| 2025 | $26,000 | 6 | $620,484 |
How to apply
The Robert and Carol Adams 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $9,750 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $8,125 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,875 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $3,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Library Association | General purpose | $6,500 |
| American Chemical Society | General purpose | $4,875 |
| Individual | General purpose | $4,875 |
| Individual | General purpose | $3,250 |
| Individual | General purpose | $3,250 |
| Individual | Gneral purpose | $3,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas C Adams
- William M Adams
- Carl A Adams
- John W Adams
- Andrew Edstrom
- Katherine Soens Adams
- Julie Hawkins
- Evaline Boersma
Questions people ask
Does The Robert and Carol Adams Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert and Carol Adams Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,062.
Who runs The Robert and Carol Adams Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas C Adams (Director), William M Adams (Director), Carl A Adams (Director) and John W Adams (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.