The Robinson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robinson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $853,503 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$853,503
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $648,503 the year before.
29% 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 | $589,503 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $648,503 | 11 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $853,503 | 12 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Robinson 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Robinson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $461,001 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $250,000 |
| New York | 5 | $92,501 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $50,001 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haverford College | The alexander robinson 1996 summer fellows program fund | $400,000 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | Annual giving | $100,000 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | The monica holland robinson '96 service internship fund | $100,000 |
| Haverford College | Annual giving | $61,001 |
| The Dalton School | The monica and alexander robinson professional development fund | $50,000 |
| The Trustees of Princeton University | Holland-robinson family venture forward scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | The exeter fund | $25,001 |
| The Dalton School | Annual fund | $25,001 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | Dining hall fund | $25,000 |
| An Claidheamh Soluis Inc (DBA the Irish Arts Center) | Annual stewardship appeal | $10,000 |
| Archdiocese of New York | The cardinal's annual stewardship appeal | $5,000 |
| Franciscan Mission Associates | General purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alexander C Robinson
- Monica L Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Robinson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robinson Family Foundation give?
$853,503 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Robinson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alexander C Robinson (Chairman, President & Treasurer) and Monica L Robinson (Director & Secretary).
What does The Robinson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.