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Robertson-Finley Foundation is a private trust based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1999. The principal officer is Daniel R Finley. It holds total assets of $3.1M. Annual income is reported at $260K. Total assets have grown from $2.1M in 2011 to $3.1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2017 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Texas, District of Columbia and California. According to available records, Robertson-Finley Foundation has made 303 grants totaling $943K, with a median grant of $2K. The foundation has distributed between $164K and $397K annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $397K distributed across 126 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $18K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 95 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, District of Columbia, Virginia, which account for 63% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 16 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$3K
Largest Grant
$18K
Based on 59 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Robertson-Finley Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 303 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, DC, VA.
Robertson-Finley Foundation has distributed a total of $943K across 303 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $18K.
Robertson-Finley Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Robertson-Finley Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 16 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel R Finley | Trustee | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| J H Mcmillian | Exec Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$215K
Total Assets
$3.1M
Fair Market Value
$4.1M
Net Worth
$3.1M
Grants Paid
$203K
Contributions
$100K
Net Investment Income
$194K
Distribution Amount
$194K
Total Grants
303
Total Giving
$943K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
95
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterScientific Research Support | Dallas, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| University Of Texas At Austin Institute For Fusion StudiesScientific Research Support | Austin, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Baylor Medical FoundationScientific Research Support | Houston, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Pacific Legal FoundationPublic Policy Research Support | Sacramento, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Amazing PlaceCivil Society Support | Houston, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Institute For JusticePublic Policy Research Support | Arlington, VA | $10K | 2023 |
| State Policy NetworkPublic Policy Research Support | Arlington, VA | $7K | 2023 |
| The Leadership InstitutePublic Policy Research Support | Arlington, VA | $6K | 2023 |
| New Civil Liberties AlliancePublic Policy Research Support | Washington, DC | $6K | 2023 |
| Claremont InstitutePublic Policy Research Support | Upland, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Federalist SocietyPublic Policy Research Support | Washington, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Houston Food BankCivil Society Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| American Federation For Children Growth FundEducation Support | Columbia, MD | $5K | 2023 |
| Judicial WatchPublic Policy Research Support | Washington, DC | $5K | 2023 |
| Salvation Army Of Greater HoustonCivil Society Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| The Heartland InstitutePublic Policy Research Support | Arlington Heights, IL | $5K | 2023 |
| Houston SpcaConservation Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Trinity Classical School Of HoustonEducation Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Houston Classical Charter SchoolEducation Support | Houston, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| The Manhattan InstitutePublic Policy Research Support | New York, NY | $4K | 2023 |
| Turning Point UsaPublic Policy Research Support | Phoenix, AZ | $4K | 2023 |
| Friedman Foundation (Ed Choice)Education Support | Indianapolis, IN | $4K | 2023 |
| National Taxpayers Union FoundationPublic Policy Research Support | Washington, DC | $4K | 2023 |
| Academic Freedom Alliance IncEducation Support | Princeton, NJ | $4K | 2023 |
| Texas Public Policy FoundationPublic Policy Research Support | Austin, TX | $4K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Defense Of DemocraciesPublic Policy Research Support | Washington, DC | $3K | 2023 |
| American TransparencyPublic Policy Research Support | Burr Ridge, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Individual Rights In Education (Fire)Education Support | Philadelphia, PA | $3K | 2023 |
| Trotter Family YmcaCivil Society Support | Houston, TX | $3K | 2023 |
| The Fund For American StudiesEducation Support | Davis, CA | $2K | 2023 |
| Speech FirstEducation Support | Washington, DC | $2K | 2023 |
| Wildlife Center Of TexasConservation Support | Houston, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| Public Interest Legal FoundationPublic Policy Research Support | Indianapolis, IN | $2K | 2023 |
| Glenwood Cemetery Historical Preservation FdConservation Support | Houston, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| Real Clear Media FundPublic Policy Research Support | Northbrook, IL | $1K | 2023 |
| The Printing MuseumConservation Support | Houston, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Buffalo Bayou PartnershipConservation Support | Houston, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Houston Center For PhotographyConservation Support | Houston, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater HoustonCivil Society Support | Houston, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Center For Open Science (Cos)Scientific Research Support | Charlottesville, VA | $1K | 2023 |
| Christian Solidarity InternationalCivil Society Support | West Lake, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Intercollegiate Studies InstituteEducation Support | Wilmington, DE | $1K | 2023 |
| Knights Of Columbus CharitiesCivil Society Support | New Haven, CT | $1K | 2023 |
| Memorial Park ConservancyConservation Support | Houston, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Museum Of Jurassic TechnologyConservation Support | Culver City, CA | $1K | 2023 |
| Orhs Afjrotc Booster ClubEducation Support | Conroe, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| Pathways Child & Family ServicesCivil Society Support | Kerrville, TX | $1K | 2023 |
| PercConservation Support | Boseman, MT | $1K | 2023 |
| Philanthropy RoundtableCivil Society Support | Washington, DC | $1K | 2023 |
| Pease Park ConservancyConservation Support | Austin, TX | $1K | 2023 |