Grants paid in 2025
57 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amazing PlaceHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $12K |
| Baylor Medical FoundationHouston, TX | Scientific Research Support | $12K |
| University of Texas at Austin Institute for Fusion StudiesAustin, TX | Scientific Research Support | $12K |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical CenterDallas, TX | Scientific Research Support | $12K |
| Institute for JusticeArlington, VA | Public Policy Research Support | $10K |
| Pacific Legal FoundationSacramento, CA | Public Policy Research Support | $10K |
| New Civil Liberties AllianceWashington, DC | Public Policy Research Support | $7,000 |
| State Policy NetworkArlington, VA | Public Policy Research Support | $7,000 |
| The Leadership InstituteArlington, VA | Public Policy Research Support | $6,000 |
| American Federation for Children Growth FundColumbia, MD | Education Support | $5,000 |
| Claremont InstituteUpland, CA | Public Policy Research Support | $5,000 |
| Houston Food BankHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $5,000 |
| Houston SPCAHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $5,000 |
| Judicial WatchWashington, DC | Public Policy Research Support | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army of Greater HoustonHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $5,000 |
| The Federalist SocietyWashington, DC | Public Policy Research Support | $5,000 |
| The Heartland InstituteArlington Heights, IL | Public Policy Research Support | $5,000 |
| Houston Classical Charter SchoolHouston, TX | Education Support | $4,600 |
| Trinity Classical School of HoustonHouston, TX | Education Support | $4,600 |
| Academic Freedom Alliance IncPrinceton, NJ | Education Support | $4,000 |
| American TransparencyBurr Ridge, IL | Public Policy Research Support | $4,000 |
| Friedman Foundation (ed Choice)Indianapolis, IN | Education Support | $4,000 |
| National Taxpayers Union FoundationWashington, DC | Public Policy Research Support | $4,000 |
| Texas Public Policy FoundationAustin, TX | Public Policy Research Support | $4,000 |
| The Manhattan InstituteNew York, NY | Public Policy Research Support | $4,000 |
| Turning Point USAPhoenix, AZ | Public Policy Research Support | $4,000 |
| Foundation for Defense of DemocraciesWashington, DC | Public Policy Research Support | $3,000 |
| Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (fire)Philadelphia, PA | Education Support | $3,000 |
| Trotter Family YMCAHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $2,500 |
| Public Interest Legal FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Public Policy Research Support | $2,000 |
| Speech FirstWashington, DC | Education Support | $2,000 |
| The Fund for American StudiesDavis, CA | Education Support | $2,000 |
| Wildlife Center of TexasHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $2,000 |
| Glenwood Cemetery Historical Preservation FdHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $1,500 |
| Real Clear Media FundNorthbrook, IL | Public Policy Research Support | $1,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater HoustonHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Center for Open Science (cos)Charlottesville, VA | Scientific Research Support | $1,000 |
| Christian Solidarity InternationalWest Lake, CA | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Houston Center for PhotographyHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| Intercollegiate Studies InstituteWilmington, DE | Education Support | $1,000 |
| Knights of Columbus CharitiesNew Haven, CT | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Memorial Park ConservancyHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| Museum of Jurassic TechnologyCulver City, CA | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| National Association of ScholarsNew York, NY | Education Support | $1,000 |
| Orhs Afjrotc Booster ClubConroe, TX | Education Support | $1,000 |
| Pathways Child & Family ServicesKerrville, TX | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Pease Park ConservancyAustin, TX | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| PercBoseman, MT | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| Philanthropy RoundtableWashington, DC | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Prager University FoundationSherman Oaks, CA | Education Support | $1,000 |
| Prison FellowshipMerrifield, VA | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| SnapHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| Trees for HoustonHouston, TX | Conservation Support | $1,000 |
| Woodson CenterWashington, DC | Civil Society Support | $1,000 |
| Center for Land Use InterpretationCulver City, CA | Conservation Support | $500 |
| Lyceum TheaterArrow Rock, MT | Conservation Support | $500 |
| Sam Houston Area Council Boy ScoutsHouston, TX | Civil Society Support | $350 |
By state: Texas 22 · District of Columbia 8 · Virginia 5 · California 7 · Illinois 3 · Indiana 2
About this foundation
Robertson-Finley Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Houston, Texas, administered in care of Daniel R Finley, tax-exempt since 1999. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Robertson-Finley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Robertson-Finley Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $205K across 57 grants, a median of $2,500.
Where does Robertson-Finley Foundation give?
Texas (22 grants), District of Columbia (8 grants), Virginia (5 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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