Robert Moody Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert Moody Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Fe, New Mexico. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,952 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$22,952
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,702 the year before.
36% 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 | $19,034 | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $17,702 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $22,952 | 12 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Robert Moody 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 Robert Moody Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Mexico.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | 7 | $14,952 |
| New York | 4 | $5,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Dance Institute of NM | General unrestricted | $5,000 |
| St Mary Mission | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Santa Fe Preparatory School - Break | General unrestricted | $2,500 |
| International Dark Sky Assn | General unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St John's College | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Great Egret Society Audobon | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Audobon Society | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| School of Advanced Research | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Cornell Lab of Ornithology | Unresticted | $1,000 |
| Lensic Perf Arts Center | General unrestricted | $952 |
| Santa Fe Preparatory School | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Meade P Martin
- Robin M Martin
- William A Simmons
- Laura C Martin
- Robert Elliott Martin
Questions people ask
Does Robert Moody Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert Moody Foundation give?
$22,952 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Robert Moody Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Meade P Martin (Vice President), Robin M Martin (Chairman), William A Simmons (Secretary-Treas) and Laura C Martin (Chaplain) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Robert Moody Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.