James E Robison Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James E Robison Foundation is a private foundation in Morrisville, Vermont. In tax year 2024 it gave $164,000 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $30,000. 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$164,000
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2024 was up from $149,000 the year before.
4% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $139,760 | 50 | $2.6 million |
| 2023 | $149,000 | 56 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $164,000 | 52 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
James E Robison 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 James E Robison Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $87,500 |
| Vermont | 35 | $58,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $8,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $3,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haleakela Inc | Support of the arts | $30,000 |
| The Current Inc | Support of the arts | $12,000 |
| Streb Lab for Action | Support of the arts | $10,000 |
| Danspace | Support of the arts | $8,500 |
| Abbott House | Support disabled individuals | $8,000 |
| North Central Missouri College Foun | Support education | $8,000 |
| The House Foundation | Support of the arts | $8,000 |
| Thin Man Dance | Support of the arts | $6,000 |
| Movement Research | Support of the arts | $5,000 |
| River Arts | Support of the arts | $5,000 |
| Elmore Community Trust | Support of rural community | $5,000 |
| Performa Inc | Betterment of communities | $5,000 |
| Educators of Eleuthera | Education | $4,500 |
| New England Foundation for the Art | Support of the arts | $3,000 |
| The Wooster Group | Support of the arts | $3,000 |
| Other Minds | Support of the arts | $2,500 |
| Turnmusic Corporation | Support the arts | $2,500 |
| Capstone Community Action Inc | Support local organizations | $2,000 |
| Copley Hospital | Hospital | $2,000 |
| Flynn Theatre | Support of the arts | $2,000 |
| Gibney Dance | Support of the arts | $2,000 |
| Lake Champlain CHMB Music (Turn) | Support of the arts | $2,000 |
| Uvm Foundation | Support sustainable agriculture/ 4h | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Vermont | Support healthcare for women | $1,500 |
| Vermont Folklife Center | Support of the arts | $1,500 |
| Vermont Studio Center | Support of the arts | $1,500 |
| Barre Opera House | Support of the arts | $1,000 |
| Clarina Howard Nichols Ctr Inc | Domestic abuse survivor support serv | $1,000 |
| Green Mountain Youth Symphony Inc | Support youth | $1,000 |
| La Mama Experimental Theatre Club | Support of the arts | $1,000 |
| Lamoille Community House Inc | Support services for homelessness | $1,000 |
| Lund Family Center Inc | Support families with children | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Lamoille County | Support fight against local hunger | $1,000 |
| Publicolor Inc | Support education | $1,000 |
| Stowe Land Trust | Support agriculture | $1,000 |
| Stowe Volunteer Firefighters Inc | To support local firefighters | $1,000 |
| Vermont Food Bank | Support fight against hunger | $1,000 |
| Vermont Public Co | Support local organizations | $1,000 |
| VT Works for Women Inc | Support of women in workplace | $1,000 |
| VT Youth Orchestra | Support of the arts | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Molly Davies
- Annabel Davies Moynihan
- Julie Marckres
- April Davies Taylor
Questions people ask
Does James E Robison Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James E Robison Foundation give?
$164,000 in tax year 2024, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs James E Robison Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Molly Davies (President), Annabel Davies Moynihan (Vice Preside), Julie Marckres (Secretary/Tr) and April Davies Taylor (Assistant SE).
What does James E Robison Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.