AM Roberts Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
AM Roberts Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Westerly, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $56,150 and the largest $316,298. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$56,150
- Largest grant$316,298
- Assets$23.8 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $894,157 the year before.
25% 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 | $894,157 | 13 | $22.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 12 | $23.8 million |
How to apply
AM Roberts Charitable 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 AM Roberts Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 12 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Watch Hill Conservancy | Education/Research | $316,298 |
| Watch Hill Lighthouse Keepers Association | Capital Project | $217,000 |
| The United Theatre | Programs | $200,000 |
| The Watch Hill Chapel | Capital Project | $77,000 |
| Westerly Hospital Foundation | Capital Project | $62,500 |
| Ocean Community YMCA | Capital Project, Scholarships | $62,300 |
| Westerly Ambulance Corps | Capital Project | $50,000 |
| Chorus of Westerly | Programs | $20,000 |
| The Colonial Theatre | Internships | $15,000 |
| Literacy Volunteers of Washington County | Programs | $12,500 |
| Orlando R Smith Trust Babcock-Smith House | Capital Project | $10,000 |
| East Beach Association | Capital Project | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Grant G Simmons III
- Robert C Murray
- Carl A Contiguglia
Questions people ask
Does AM Roberts Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does AM Roberts Charitable Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $56,150.
Who runs AM Roberts Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Grant G Simmons III (Trustee), Robert C Murray (Trustee) and Carl A Contiguglia (Trustee).
What does AM Roberts Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.