The Robert Finn Foundation
The Robert Finn Foundation is a private foundation, based in Northvale, NJ. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $6K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 5 grants totaling $2K.
The Robert Finn Foundation at a glance
In short: The Robert Finn Foundation gave $2K across 5 grants in 2024 (avg $350), top state Indiana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,750
- -12.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 5
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $350
- -12.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $250
- Total assets
- $6,494
- -25.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Indiana (29% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Robert Finn Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 5 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Indiana University ($500). Together the top 5 received $2K.
Grant Size Distribution
20 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 20 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 5 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Robert Finn Foundation gives
- Giving fell 30% from 2021 to 2024. 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 $500 (2020) to $3K (2021). In 2024 it made 5 grants totaling $2K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana University Bloomington, IN | Education | $500 |
| Fairfield University Fairfield, CT | Education | $500 |
| CSU Long Branch Long Beach, CA | Education | $250 |
| University of Florida Gainesville, FL | Education | $250 |
| Texas A&M College Station, TX | Education | $250 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,494 | — | $2,261 | $1,750 | 5 | $2,261 |
| 2023 | $8,755 | — | $3,000 | $2,000 | 5 | $3,000 |
| 2022 | $11,755 | — | $2,411 | $1,750 | 5 | $2,350 |
| 2021 | $14,166 | — | $2,500 | $2,500 | 4 | $2,500 |
| 2020 | $16,666 | $40 | $1,756 | $500 | 1 | — |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Robert Finn Foundation is led by James Gordon, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
James Gordon
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Darcy Binder
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Michael McManus
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Vahram Mateosian
Secretary
On filings since 2020
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 The Robert Finn Foundation
How much does The Robert Finn Foundation give each year?
The Robert Finn Foundation gave $2K across 5 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $2K across 5 grants.
What is The Robert Finn Foundation's typical grant size?
The Robert Finn Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $250, and its average grant was $350, across 5 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Robert Finn Foundation give grants?
The Robert Finn Foundation's top state is Indiana, with 29% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Connecticut (29%) and California (14%).
Does The Robert Finn Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 5 grants with a stated purpose on The Robert Finn Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education" (5 grants).
Who are The Robert Finn Foundation's largest grantees?
The Robert Finn Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Indiana University ($500), Fairfield University ($500) and CSU Long Branch ($250), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Robert Finn Foundation?
The Robert Finn Foundation reported $6K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Robert Finn Foundation's EIN?
The Robert Finn Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-3438395. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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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