The Collis Foundation
Accepts applications
The Collis Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 22 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.5 million
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$96.7 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
32% 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 | $2.0 million | 19 | $74.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 22 | $96.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Astrid C Womble 321 South Main Street Suite 550, Providence, RI 02903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 629-7950 |
| What to submit | First time or nonrecurring applicants should submit a two or three page letter of inquiry. Current grantees should contact the Executive Director before submitting a new proposal. Letters of inquiry should include: *A brief statement of the organization's purpose and goals. *If applicable, a description of the project, the need and target population it addresses. *Information about the capability of the leadership to implement the proposed project. *Short and long-term outcomes anticipated and plans for assessing achievements. *Grant amount needed. *A recent financial statement, audited if possible. *A statement about the total agency budget and project budget, if different. "A statement about other funding sources for the agency and/or project, specifying both committed and projected sources of support. For requests of $1,000 or less,we may be able to evaluate your request based on the information contained in your letter of inquiry. Include 501(c)(3)letter & budget. |
| Restrictions | Donee charitable organizations should be located primarily in new england |
What The Collis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 13 | $1.6 million |
| New York | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 6 | $340,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra & Music School | General support | $1.0 million |
| Pencils of Promise | General support | $500,000 |
| San Miguel Education Ctr | General support | $105,309 |
| Amos House | General support | $100,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Rhode Island Community Food Bank Association | General support | $100,000 |
| Rise for Rew | General support | $100,000 |
| The Lord's Place Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| Blithewold | General support | $60,000 |
| Bryant University | General support | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Providence | General support | $50,000 |
| Rhode Islanders Sponsoring Education (Rise) | General support | $30,000 |
| Barrington Tap-In Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Benjamin Private School Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Sophia Academy | General support | $25,000 |
| Squashbusters Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Moses Brown School | General support | $20,000 |
| Gordon School | General support | $15,000 |
| Lincoln School | General support | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Palm Beach County | General support | $10,000 |
| Red Sneakers for Oakley Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| West Falmouth Library | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Astrid C Womble
- Elfriede A Collis
- Frohman Anderson
Questions people ask
Does The Collis Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Collis Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Collis Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Astrid C Womble (Director & President), Elfriede A Collis (Director) and Frohman Anderson (Director & Secretary).
What does The Collis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.