Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Gastonia, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $180,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $67,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$180,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$67,500
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $181,807 the year before.
20% 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 | $181,807 | 19 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $180,500 | 15 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Leigh Finley 3204 Glen Terrace, Charlotte, NC 28211 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (704) 281-3090 |
| What to submit | Letter of request detailing purpose of funds, copy of 501(c) det. Letter |
What Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | $148,500 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gaston Community Foundation | Crisis assistance ministry; dream center academy; public library; hope united survivor network; garrison fund | $67,500 |
| Community Foundation of Henderson County Inc | Helene recovery efforts | $36,000 |
| Futures Ignite Inc | Supporting youth - new york city marathon sponsor | $12,000 |
| Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community | General support | $10,000 |
| Coastal Crisis Chaplaincy | General support | $10,000 |
| Covenant Village | Nursing scholarship | $10,000 |
| Gaston Day School | Art scholarship | $10,000 |
| United Way of Gaston County | General support | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Gaston County Inc | General support | $7,500 |
| Lake Summit Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens | Maintenance of gardens | $500 |
| Gaston Hospice | General support | $500 |
| Gateway Gaston Inc | General support | $500 |
| Green River Volunteer Fire & Rescue | General support | $500 |
| Schiele Museum of Natural History | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leigh R Finley
- Ann R Black
- Russell M Robinson
Questions people ask
Does Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation give?
$180,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leigh R Finley (Trustee), Ann R Black (Trustee) and Russell M Robinson (Trustee).
What does Ralph S Robinson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and human services.