The Robert Cummings Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert Cummings Family Foundation is a private foundation in Providence, Rhode Island. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,250 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,500. 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$7,250
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$139,041
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $7,000 | 10 | $124,370 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 12 | $134,040 |
| 2025 | $7,250 | 12 | $139,041 |
How to apply
The Robert Cummings 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.
What The Robert Cummings Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 3 | $1,500 |
| Vermont | 3 | $1,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University | To support charitable mission | $1,500 |
| Brattleboro Museum & Art | To support charitable mission | $1,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To support charitable mission | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| International Rescue Committee | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| Providence Athenaeum | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| The Historic Colony House | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| The Wheeler School | To support charitable mission | $500 |
| Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center | To support charitable mission | $250 |
| Fourth Ward Foundation | To support charitable mission | $250 |
| Vermont Land Trust | To support charitable mission | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Louis G Murphy Jr
- Marcie Cummings
- Marilyn L McCabe
Questions people ask
Does The Robert Cummings Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert Cummings Family Foundation give?
$7,250 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Robert Cummings Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Louis G Murphy Jr (President/Director/Treasur), Marcie Cummings (Director) and Marilyn L McCabe (Sec/Director).
What does The Robert Cummings Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.