Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,390 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$64,390
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $59,527 the year before.
25% 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 | $58,260 | 50 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $59,527 | 49 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $64,390 | 53 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc 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 J Cummins Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 32 | $32,190 |
| California | 2 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $7,000 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $5,300 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Asia Foundation | Arts | $5,000 |
| Civics Center | Education | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Brooklyn Museum | Arts | $4,000 |
| Thirteenwnet | Education | $3,500 |
| Spence School | Education | $3,000 |
| The Takeoff Institute | Education | $3,000 |
| International Rescue Committee | Advocacy | $2,500 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Environment | $2,000 |
| University of Chicago | Education | $2,000 |
| City Harvest | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| New York Common Pantry | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Alexander Hamilton Scholars | Education | $1,000 |
| Brown University Giving | Education | $1,000 |
| Columbia University | Education | $1,000 |
| Girls Who Code | Education | $1,000 |
| Philips Exeter Academy | Education | $1,000 |
| Promise Project | Education | $1,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Environment | $1,000 |
| National Resources Defense Council | Environment | $1,000 |
| Oceana Inc | Environment | $1,000 |
| Randall's Island Park Alliance | Environment | $1,000 |
| American College of the Building Arts | Education | $1,000 |
| PBS News Hour | Education | $1,000 |
| Smithsonian American Art Museum Fellowship | Education | $1,000 |
| Armory Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Advocacy | $1,000 |
| Univ of Rochester Dept of Art & Art History | Education | $1,000 |
| Japanese Art Society of America Inc | Education | $1,000 |
| Nypl- Schomburg Ctr Research in Black Culture | Education | $1,000 |
| Rutgers University Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General purpose | $1,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Arts | $650 |
| Bowery Residents Commission | Advocacy | $500 |
| South End Children's Cafe | Education | $500 |
| Riverkeeper | Environment | $500 |
| Riverside Park Conservancy | Environment | $500 |
| Wildlife Conservation Society | Environment | $500 |
| Smarthistoryorg | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan Cummins
- Paul Sternberger
- Mary Convertino
Questions people ask
Does Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc give?
$64,390 in tax year 2025, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan Cummins (President), Paul Sternberger (Secretary) and Mary Convertino (Treasurer).
What does Robert J Cummins Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.