How to Apply
Follow these steps to submit your application:
- Complete the Grant Application Form: Fill out the online application form below. Ensure all required fields are accurately completed.
- Submit Supporting Documents: As attachments below, submit grant application cover sheet and grant narration, along with current operating budget and recent financial statement or form 990.
- Review and Confirmation: After you have submitted all documents, you will receive an email that your application is complete or a request for additional information.
Current funding cycle:
Applications accepted August 18-September 15, 2025.
Decisions made by December 1, 2025.
Future funding cycles:
The Robinwood Foundation plans to ultimately have two funding cycles each year with dates to be announced.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nonprofit Status: Applicants must be tax-exempt organizations under 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and be classified as a public charity, not a private foundation. The 501(c)(3) must be in full compliance with all federal and state tax and filing requirements.
- Geographic Focus: We focus on organizations located in California, New Jersey, and New York.
- Mission Alignment: We prioritize organizations that are directly involved in healthcare, housing, nutrition, educational, and neighborhood park initiatives. We focus on income inequality and serving the underprivileged and underserved. Grants can fund new or expanding research initiatives, technology, and general operating support, not to exceed 20% of the grantee's total operating budget. Generally, grants will range from $1000 to a maximum of $250,000.
- Direct Service Provision: Funding is prioritized for organizations that provide services with measurable outcomes.