The Frances and Peter Robotti Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Frances and Peter Robotti Foundation is a private foundation in Patchogue, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $112,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $60,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$112,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $128,950 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $128,950 | 6 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $112,000 | 6 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Frances and Peter Robotti 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in New York. It also paid $60,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $52,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fondazione Francesca E Pietro Robotti D' Italia Studio Legale Vernetti | General operating support. | $60,000 |
| Carmelite Sisters for the Aged & Infirm | General operating support. | $30,000 |
| The Salvation Army of Greater New York | General operating support. | $7,000 |
| Angels of Long Island | General operating support. | $5,000 |
| Friends of Ollie Cat Rescue | General operating support. | $5,000 |
| Mastic Beach Conservative | General operating support. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria Suydam
- Renata Zuliani
- John W Suydam Jr
- Justin O'Shea
Questions people ask
Does The Frances and Peter Robotti Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Frances and Peter Robotti Foundation give?
$112,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Frances and Peter Robotti Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria Suydam (Director), Renata Zuliani (Director), John W Suydam Jr (Director) and Justin O'Shea (Director).