Robert E Browning Fund
Preselected recipients only
Robert E Browning Fund is a private foundation in Martinsville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$110,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $123,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $118,000 | 12 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $123,000 | 3 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 5 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
Robert E Browning Fund 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 E Browning Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $90,000 |
| Kansas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Finger Lakes Land Trust | Program support | $90,000 |
| Tom Browning Boys and Girls Club | Program support | $5,000 |
| The Washington Opera House | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hays Medical Foundation | Program support | $5,000 |
| Hays Symphony Guild | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth B Riley
- Russell E Browning
- Keith N Browning
- Peter V Browning
Questions people ask
Does Robert E Browning Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert E Browning Fund give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Robert E Browning Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth B Riley (Vice Pres/Trustee), Russell E Browning (Vice Pres/Trustee), Keith N Browning (Treasurer/Trustee) and Peter V Browning (Secretary/Trustee).
What does Robert E Browning Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.