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Roberts Family Foundation Inc

EIN 27-1529236 · IN · NTEE T22

Invitation only Typical grant ~$20K Funds in IN, IL
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Giving Profile

In 2025, Roberts Family Foundation Inc based in IN paid 9 grants totaling $200K to 9 organizations across 2 states. Individual grants ranged from $5K to $45K, with a median of $20K. Its largest recipients included BUTLER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY, and BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BOONE COUNTY. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$2,447,282
Giving (latest yr)
$200,000
Filing year
2025
Itemized grants
9
Median grant
$20K
Recipients
9
States reached
2
Officers/trustees
6
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • Butler University College of Education$45,000
  • Community Foundation of Boone County$35,000
  • Boys and Girls Club of Boone County$30,000
  • Immigrant Welcome Center$25,000
  • Dekalb County History Center$20,000

Where grants went

  • Indiana$180,000 · 8 grants
  • Illinois$20,000 · 1 grant

Grants Paid (9)

Butler University College of Education
Indianapolis, IN
Donation of $45,000 IN Support of the Early Childhood Educator Certificate Program That Would Provide Pathways to Address the Shortage of Qualified Early Childhood Educators by Providing Certificates to Those Who Are Seeking to Qualify for Positions IN That Field.
$45,000
Community Foundation of Boone County
Lebanon, IN
The Community Foundation of Boone County Unites People, Organizations, and Philanthropy to Create a Thriving Community for All. the Roberts Family Foundation Approved a Three-year Pledge Toward Eli Lilly's Gift VIII Program Including $30,000 Made IN 2023, $35,000 Paid IN 2024 and $35,000 Made Paid IN 2025 to Complete the $100,000 Pledge Made IN 2023.
$35,000
Boys and Girls Club of Boone County
Lebanon, IN
The Boys and Girls Club of Boone County Is Committed to Enabling All Young People, Especially Those Who Need It Most, to Reach Their Full Potential As Productive, Caring, Responsible Citizens. the Roberts Family Foundation Awarded the Club $30,000 for Program Staffing.
$30,000
Immigrant Welcome Center
Indianapolis, IN
The Immigrant Welcome Center Strives to Empower Immigrants to Thrive IN Indiana by Connecting Immigrants to Educative, Legal, Language, and Community Partner Resources. the Roberts Family Foundation Gifted $25,000 to the Iwc As Unrestricted Funds to Support the Administration of Their Services.
$25,000
Dekalb County History Center
Sycamore, IL
The Dekalb County History Center Is IN the Process of Restoring an Historic Building, Making It Usable for Entertainment, Education and Enjoyment, While Making the Entire Campus a Usable Space. the Illinois Department of Humanities Has Made Available of Up to $500,000 IN Matching Grants for This Purpose. the Roberts Family Foundation Has Provided $20,000 IN Support of This Project.
$20,000
Second Helpings
Indianapolis, IN
Donation of $15,000 to Their General Fund. Second Helpings Has Accepted Perishable and Overstocked Food to Prepare Nutritious Meals for Thousands of Hungry Children and Adults Every Day and Distributes Them Free of Charge Through Local Social Service Agencies IN Central Indiana. Second Helpings Also Trains Unemployed and Underemployed Adults for Meaningful Careers IN the Culinary Industry.
$15,000
Boone County Mentoring Partners
Lebanon, IN
Mentoring Youth IN Boone County Matching Volunteers With Individual Children 9-12, Middle School Youth Along With the Youth Assistance Program (Yap) Which Serves As Early Intervention for Youths 3-17 Facing Challenging Life Circumstances. the Roberts Family Foundation Made a Gift of $15,000 to the Yap for 2025.
$15,000
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
Donation of $10,000 for the Funding for the Use of Their General Fund Whose Purpose Is to Create and Support One-to-one Mentoring Friendships That Help Them Pursue Their Dreams. by Building Up a Support System With Parents, Mentors and Community Partners, Young People Feel Empowered to Achieve Their Biggest Possible Futures.
$10,000
Hussey-mayfield Public Library
Zionsville, IN
Donation of $5,000 for the Library General Fund.
$5,000

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Roberts Family Foundation Inc does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

In its most recent filing, Roberts Family Foundation Inc reported 9 itemized grants totaling $200K. Individual grants ranged from $5K to $45K (median $20K).

Recent recipients include BUTLER UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF EDUCATION, COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF BOONE COUNTY, BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF BOONE COUNTY, among 9 organizations in total. The full grant list is on this page.

Roberts Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indiana, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

Roberts Family Foundation Inc gives by invitation only, so there is no open application. Officer and address details from its 990-PF are the best starting point for an introduction.

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