Robert McLean Foundation Trust
Accepts applications
Robert McLean Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Springfield, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $628,600 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $111,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$628,600
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$111,600
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $537,800 the year before.
27% 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 | $406,500 | 18 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $537,800 | 23 | $9.4 million |
| 2025 | $628,600 | 26 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John F Holzinger Jr 274 Hardscrabble Road, North Salem, NY 10560 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (973) 379-3820 |
| What to submit | A written request summarizing the purpose of the organization reason for the request members of the board and tax identification number. |
| Deadlines | September 30th |
| Restrictions | Awards are granted to charitable organizations either supported by robert d mclean during his lifetime or supported by the trustees of the foundation. |
What Robert McLean Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 8 | $218,100 |
| New Jersey | 7 | $167,000 |
| California | 2 | $75,000 |
| Connecticut | 5 | $61,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $58,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New England Animal Health | Operating expenses | $111,600 |
| The Seeing Eye | Operating expenses | $80,000 |
| Ocean Alliance | Operating expenses | $58,500 |
| Paws for Life K9 Rescue | Operating expenses | $50,000 |
| Animal Nation | Operating expenses | $33,000 |
| Eleventh Hour Rescue | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Best Friends Anial Society | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Operating expenses | $25,000 |
| Friends of Karen Inc | Operating expenses | $24,000 |
| The Pound Animal Welfare Society of Montclair | Operating expenses | $23,500 |
| Mt Pleasant Animal Shelter | Operating expenses | $19,500 |
| Standardbred Retirement Foundation | Operating expenses | $16,000 |
| Putnam County Humane Society | Operating expenses | $16,000 |
| Bill Memorial Library | Operating expenses | $16,000 |
| Bat Conservancy International | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| RMMS Foundation | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Undue Medical Debt | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Team Mobile Feline Unit | Operating expenses | $15,000 |
| Pet Rescue | Operating expenses | $12,000 |
| Mystic Paper Beasts Theater Company | Operating expenses | $10,000 |
| New Freedom Farm | Operating expenses | $9,000 |
| Averycopp House Museum | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Warrior Ranch Foundation | Operating expenses | $5,000 |
| Bobbi and the Strays | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Union Congregational Church | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
| Womens Club of Upper Montclair | Operating expenses | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Holzinger Jr
- Anne Vandyke
- Kathleen Hamilton
- Laura Mamadopolous
Questions people ask
Does Robert McLean Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 30th.
How much does Robert McLean Foundation Trust give?
$628,600 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Robert McLean Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John F Holzinger Jr (Trustee), Anne Vandyke (Trustee), Kathleen Hamilton (Trustee) and Laura Mamadopolous (Trustee).
What does Robert McLean Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, health and environment and conservation.