Robert T Galkin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert T Galkin Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $240,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$240,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$8.2 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $165,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $165,000 | 6 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $165,000 | 9 | $4.5 million |
| 2025 | $240,000 | 8 | $8.2 million |
How to apply
Robert T Galkin 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 Robert T Galkin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $80,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $70,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $40,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ayn Rand Institute | General support | $70,000 |
| Miriam Hospital | General support | $50,000 |
| Wheelchairs for Warriors | General support | $40,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General support | $40,000 |
| Hope Health Hospice Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Ri Community Food Bank | General support | $10,000 |
| St Judes Childrens Hospital | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth J Andsager
- Jane Litner
- Debra Krim
- Ellen Kenner
Questions people ask
Does Robert T Galkin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert T Galkin Foundation give?
$240,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Robert T Galkin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth J Andsager (Director), Jane Litner (Director), Debra Krim (Director) and Ellen Kenner (Director).
What does Robert T Galkin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.