Collins Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Collins Family Foundation is a private foundation in Skillman, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $169,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $111,000. 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$169,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$111,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,250 the year before.
33% 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 | $125,600 | 19 | $689,708 |
| 2024 | $123,250 | 15 | $705,727 |
| 2025 | $169,500 | 16 | $0 |
How to apply
Collins Family 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 Collins Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 12 | $154,500 |
| New York | 2 | $7,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doughmain Education Foundation | Growing financial literacy in america | $111,000 |
| Princeton University Art Museum | Promoting Philanthropy | $10,000 |
| Princeton Area Woman's Club Inc | general funds | $10,000 |
| Institute for Advanced Study | Promote education | $5,000 |
| Individual | Promoting Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| Princeton Mobile Food Pantry | Promoting Philanthropy | $5,000 |
| Individual | Promoting philanthropy | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of New Jersey | general funds | $5,000 |
| Womanspace | Fighting abuse & violence | $2,500 |
| American Institute of Chemical Engi | Promoting Philanthropy | $2,500 |
| Arts Council of Princeton | General Funds | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania State University | general funds | $2,500 |
| McCarter Theater | Promoting philanthropy | $1,000 |
| Individual | Promoting philanthropy | $1,000 |
| Individual | Promoting philanthropy | $1,000 |
| MTVFC Fire Dept | Promoting philanthropy | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna K Collins
- Kristy Collins Swartz
- Melissa Collins Scott
- Quincy N Pitney
- Tyler N Boye
Questions people ask
Does Collins Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Collins Family Foundation give?
$169,500 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Collins Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donna K Collins (Trustee), Kristy Collins Swartz (Trustee), Melissa Collins Scott (Trustee) and Quincy N Pitney (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Collins Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and community development.