The Robin B Martin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robin B Martin Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$45.1 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $1.8 million | 9 | $41.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 11 | $45.1 million |
How to apply
The Robin B Martin 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 The Robin B Martin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $700,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $600,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $545,000 |
| New York | 2 | $400,010 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foods and Friends | General support | $400,000 |
| March of Dimes | General support | $400,000 |
| Horton's Kids | General support | $300,000 |
| University of Maryland | General support | $220,000 |
| Bessemer National Gift Fund for Catherine and Brian Martin | General support | $200,000 |
| Christopher and Sarah Martin Fund | General support | $200,000 |
| Greater Washington Community | General support | $175,000 |
| Citybridge Education | General support | $150,000 |
| Bessemer National Gift Fund for Christopher and Sarah Martin | General support | $100,000 |
| Bessemer National Gift Fund for Dana and Shannon Martin | General support | $100,000 |
| Charitable Distributions Paid Through Partnership | Operational support | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas J Healy Jr
- Dorothy B Moore
- Christopher B Martin
- Dana B Martin
- Catherine M Jain
Questions people ask
Does The Robin B Martin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robin B Martin Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs The Robin B Martin Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas J Healy Jr (Director, Secretary), Dorothy B Moore (Director), Christopher B Martin (Director) and Dana B Martin (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Robin B Martin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.