Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation
The Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Santa Barbara, California. Its 2024 filing lists grants for general support, an educational and sports facility, and efforts related to charitable giving and mental health and wellness.
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation gave $3.4M across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $679K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,396,756
- +211.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- -44.4% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $679,351
- +460.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $191,259
- -93.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (70% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
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The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Submit a written request indicating the amount sought and how it will be used; awards are restricted to charitable purposes under IRC Section 501(c)(3).
- Contact
Application contact: Robert J Tarr Jr 781-929-9117
Mailing address: 3923 Laguna Blanca Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93110
Phone: (781) 929-9117
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Global Impacting Fund - DAF ($2.4M). Together the top 5 received $3.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 41 grants of 45 (91%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grants went to recipients in New York, Maryland, North Carolina, Massachusetts, and California. New York accounted for 70% of grant dollars and Maryland 29%; the remaining listed states each accounted for 0%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving grew 1620% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $154K (2020) to $3.4M (2024). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $3.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Global Impacting Fund - DAF New York, NY | General Support | $2,385,756 |
| Unites States Naval Academy Foundation Annapolis, MD | Education/Sports Lacrosse Facility | $1,000,000 |
| Water Mission Charlotte, NC | Promote/Support Donors and Charitable Endeavours Around the World | $5,000 |
| NAMI Cape Cod & the Islands Hyannis, MA | Support and Promote Mental Health/Wellness | $5,000 |
| Homeward Bound of Marin Novato, CA | Support and Promote Mental Health/Wellness | $1,000 |
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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 | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $191,259 | $558,144 | $3,423,777 | $3,396,756 | 5 | $3,403,176 | $528,624 | $79,420 |
| 2023 | $2,717,820 | $540,553 | $1,117,489 | $1,090,000 | 9 | $1,091,250 | $514,332 | $181,031 |
| 2022 | $3,345,824 | $131,285 | $188,765 | $155,000 | 7 | $162,342 | $104,197 | $213,019 |
| 2021 | $3,439,043 | $207,945 | $235,241 | $197,500 | 9 | — | $177,975 | $234,283 |
| 2020 | $3,467,468 | $227,347 | $185,124 | $154,400 | 15 | — | $200,736 | $193,167 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $79K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for the United States Naval Academy Foundation’s lacrosse facility, and for organizations whose stated work includes mental health and wellness. Homeward Bound of Marin describes its mission as opening doors to safety, dignity, hope, and independence for people overcoming homelessness in Marin County; the foundation gave it $1,000 in 2024.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation made five grants totaling $3,396,756. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $2,385,756, with a median of $5,000. The largest grants were $2,385,756 to Global Impacting Fund - DAF for general support and $1,000,000 to the United States Naval Academy Foundation for an education and sports lacrosse facility. Other grants included $5,000 to Water Mission, $5,000 to NAMI Cape Cod & the Islands, and $1,000 to Homeward Bound of Marin.
The foundation’s 2023 filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It accepts requests in written form indicating the amount requested and project use. Awards are restricted to charitable purposes under IRC Section 501(c)(3).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Robert J Tarr Jr and Molly U Tarr as trustees.
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's 2024 filing lists 2 officers; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Molly U. Tarr
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert J. Tarr Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation
How much does Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation give each year?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation gave $3.4M across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.1M across 9 grants.
What is Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $679,351, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation give grants?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation gives mostly in New York: 70% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Maryland (29%).
Does Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 20% of Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 5) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Global Impacting Fund - DAF ($2,385,756), Unites States Naval Academy Foundation ($1,000,000) and Water Mission ($5,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
How large is Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation reported $191K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.4M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $79K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation fund?
No foundation mission is stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for the United States Naval Academy Foundation’s lacrosse facility, and for organizations whose stated work includes mental health and wellness. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's EIN?
Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-3173231. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Robert and Molly Tarr Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, 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
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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