The Barber Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Barber Family Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$42,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$510,720
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,382 the year before.
0% 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 | $51,750 | 9 | $526,391 |
| 2024 | $62,382 | 10 | $506,327 |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 5 | $510,720 |
How to apply
The Barber 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 3 | $32,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uri Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Button Hole | General support | $10,500 |
| St John's Preparatory | General support | $7,500 |
| The Saints Academy | General support | $2,500 |
| Our Lady of Mercy | General support | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory P Barber
- Geraldine Barber
- Kenneth Andsager
Questions people ask
Does The Barber Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barber Family Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Barber Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory P Barber (President), Geraldine Barber (Vice President) and Kenneth Andsager (Treasurer).