Collins Family Foundation
The Collins Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Phoenix, Arizona. It supports local organizations that it says drive positive change in communities, strengthen community bonds, and create opportunities for residents’ growth and well-being.
Collins Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Collins Family Foundation gave $36K across 12 grants in 2025 (avg $3K), mostly in Arizona. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $35,947
- +13464.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 12
- +500.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,996
- +2160.8% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $687,709
- -1.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Arizona (67% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Collins Family Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 3650 E Orange Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Phone: (650) 906-8143
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Collins Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was La Costa Canyon HS Foundation ($8K). Together the top 10 received $35K.
Grant Size Distribution
14 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 14 grants of 14 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 67% of grant dollars went to recipients in Arizona, 32% to California, 1% to Florida, and less than 1% to Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $265 (2024) to $36K (2025). In 2025 it made 12 grants totaling $36K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Costa Canyon HS Foundation Carlsbad, CA | Athletic Dept Fundraising | $7,880 |
| Executive Council Charities Phoenix, AZ | Support Youth in Arizona | $6,000 |
| Arcadia High School PTO Phoenix, AZ | Support Academic Programs | $6,000 |
| Saint Francis Xavier Parish Phoenix, AZ | Athletic Dept Fundraising | $5,000 |
| Ingleside PTO Phoenix, AZ | Support Academic Programs | $4,000 |
| Crohn's and Colitis Foundation La Jolla, CA | Support Research | $2,500 |
| Arcadia Lacrosse Phoenix, AZ | Support Local Youth in Lacrosse | $1,500 |
| Rob Machado Foundation Los Angeles, CA | Support Clean Water & Clean Beaches | $1,000 |
| Arcadia Youth Wrestling Club Phoenix, AZ | Support Local Youth in Wrestling | $1,000 |
| Hemingway Look a Like Inc Tampa, FL | Support Youth and Community | $500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $687,709 | $29,031 | $38,281 | $35,947 | 12 | $35,947 | $22,800 |
| 2024 | $694,834 | $696,799 | $1,965 | $265 | 2 | $265 | $6,905 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
In its 2024 filing, the foundation described its charitable activity as supporting and elevating local organizations that drive positive change, strengthen community bonds, and create opportunities for growth and well-being.
Its 2025 grants included support for youth programs, academic programs, athletics, research, clean water and beaches, and community activities. These are areas reflected in the stated purposes of its grants.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation made 12 grants totaling $35,947. Grants ranged from $67 to $7,880, with a median grant of $2,000. The largest grants included $7,880 to La Costa Canyon HS Foundation for athletic department fundraising; $6,000 to Executive Council Charities to support youth in Arizona; $6,000 to Arcadia High School PTO for academic programs; and $5,000 to Saint Francis Xavier Parish for athletic department fundraising.
Executive Council Charities, which received $6,000, describes its mission as raising funds and providing grants to programs and nonprofits that help youth in Arizona overcome obstacles and reach their potential. Baller Dream Foundation, which received $500, describes its work as supporting children and families through major gifts, in-hospital programming, community events, and financial support.
The foundation reported two grants totaling $265 in 2024.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Brian Collins as president. Directors listed are Christopher Collins, Erin Denk, Kevin Collins, Matthew Collins, and Michael Collins.
Collins Family Foundation is led by Brian Collins, President on every filing since 2024; none of the 6 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Brian Collins
President
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Christopher Collins
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Erin Denk
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Kevin Collins
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Matthew Collins
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Michael Collins
Director
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Collins Family Foundation
How much does Collins Family Foundation give each year?
Collins Family Foundation gave $36K across 12 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $265 across 2 grants.
What is Collins Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Collins Family Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $2,996, across 12 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Collins Family Foundation give grants?
Collins Family Foundation gives mostly in Arizona: 67% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was California (32%). The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (6 grants).
Does Collins Family Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 12 grants with a stated purpose on Collins Family Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Support Academic Programs" (3 grants).
Who are Collins Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Collins Family Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include La Costa Canyon HS Foundation ($7,880), Executive Council Charities ($6,000) and Arcadia High School PTO ($6,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 55% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Collins Family Foundation?
Collins Family Foundation reported $688K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $29K.
What does Collins Family Foundation fund?
In its 2024 filing, the foundation described its charitable activity as supporting and elevating local organizations that drive positive change, strengthen community bonds, and create opportunities for growth and well-being. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Collins Family Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Collins Family Foundation's EIN?
Collins Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 32-0785097. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2025.
Does Collins Family Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 16, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2024–2025
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