The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation is a private foundation based in New York, New York. Its 2024 grants included support for educational institutions and organizations, with stated grant purposes of “educational” among its largest awards.
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation at a glance
In short: The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation gave $171K across 19 grants in 2024 (avg $9K), top state New York. 21% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $170,878
- +12.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 19
- -13.6% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,994
- +30.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $7,500
- Total assets
- $3,492,054
- +9.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 21% first-time grantees (4 of 19, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- New York (38% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applications should be submitted in written format to Steven Toneatto. The filing states there are no restrictions on awards and that applications are reviewed upon receipt.
- Review Cycle
- None; applications are reviewed upon receipt.
- Deadline
- None; applications are reviewed upon receipt.
- Contact
Application contact: Steven Toneatto
Mailing address: 38 East 37Th Street, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 685-3800
Email: stoneatto@unionleagueclub.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation ($20K). Together the top 10 received $125K.
Grant Size Distribution
117 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 117 grants of 117 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, the largest shares of grant dollars went to recipients in New York (38%), New Jersey (17%), Florida (15%), Virginia (12%), and Delaware (7%). These figures describe the locations of recipients, not a stated geographic restriction.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 19 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation open to new grantees?
21%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 19 grantees (21%) were first-time recipients. With only 19 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $6K; repeat grants $10K. How we count
Medians: $6K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 79% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+19%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 131% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $81K (2020) to $171K (2024). In 2024 it made 19 grants totaling $171K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation Reston, VA | Educational | $20,000 |
| Harlem Educational Activities Fund New York, NY | Educational | $20,000 |
| St John's University Queens, NY | Educational | $14,992 |
| MSGR McClancy High School East Elmhurst, NY | Educational | $12,000 |
| Delaware State University Dover, DE | Educational | $11,250 |
| Rollins College Winter Park, FL | Educational | $11,000 |
| Montclair State University Montclair, NJ | Educational | $10,369 |
| Pat Tillman Foundation Chicago, IL | Educational | $10,000 |
| Canterbury School Fort Myers, FL | Educational | $7,500 |
| Rochester Institute of Technology Rochester, NY | Educational | $7,500 |
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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 | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,492,054 | $452,566 | $195,795 | $170,878 | 19 | $190,602 | $259,348 | $145,340 |
| 2023 | $3,200,952 | $354,909 | $172,146 | $151,989 | 22 | $167,946 | $170,399 | $135,627 |
| 2022 | $2,914,873 | $408,417 | $128,506 | $108,156 | 23 | $134,662 | $166,364 | $118,121 |
| 2021 | $2,992,371 | $436,304 | $164,250 | $143,820 | 23 | $167,545 | $219,509 | $108,965 |
| 2020 | $2,455,834 | $193,087 | $417,387 | $80,547 | 30 | — | $60,716 | $109,508 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation reported a distributable amount of $145K 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 statement is provided. Its 2024 giving included colleges, schools, and organizations whose own missions describe educational and student-support work. For example, Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation says it provides scholarships, educational assistance, and career support to military children who lost a parent in the line of duty. Harlem Educational Activities Fund describes tuition-free academic enrichment and career-readiness programming for youth from under-resourced New York City communities. Delaware State University describes itself as a public, comprehensive, 1890 land-grant institution offering access and opportunity to diverse populations.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation reported 19 grants totaling $170,878. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $20,000, with a median of $7,500. Its largest reported awards included $20,000 each to Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation and Harlem Educational Activities Fund; $14,992 to St. John’s University; $12,000 to Msgr. McClancy High School; and $11,250 to Delaware State University. Other notable awards included $11,000 to Rollins College and $10,000 to Pat Tillman Foundation.
The grantees’ stated missions reflect a range of educational settings and services. Rollins College describes a mission of educating students for global citizenship and responsible leadership. Canterbury School describes itself as a college-preparatory day school emphasizing academic excellence, character, leadership, and service. Pat Tillman Foundation says it invests in military veterans and their spouses.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jeffrey C. Wierichs as president; Floyd W. McKinnon as chair; E. Nicholson Stewart as chair emeritus; E. Miles Prentice III as secretary; B. Grant Fraser as treasurer; and John M. Delaney as director.
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation is led by Jeffrey C. Wierichs, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jeffrey C. Wierichs
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Floyd W. McKinnon
Chair
Chairman → Chair, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John M. Delaney
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
E. Miles Prentice III
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
E. Nicholson Stewart
Chair Emeritus
Chairman Emeritus → Chair Emeritus, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
B. Grant Fraser
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: Michael D. Sullivan (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Arcadio Casillas (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Bgrant Fraser (2021) — Treasurer
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 Hampton Tapp Foundation
How much does The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation give each year?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation gave $171K across 19 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $152K across 22 grants.
What is The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's typical grant size?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $7,500, and its average grant was $8,994, across 19 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation that year got $6K on average.
Where does The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation give grants?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's top state is New York, with 38% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were New Jersey (17%) and Florida (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (2 grants).
Does The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 19 grants with a stated purpose on The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Educational" (19 grants).
Who are The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's largest grantees?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation ($20,000), Harlem Educational Activities Fund ($20,000) and St John's University ($14,992), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 32% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation reported $3.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $191K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $145K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation fund?
No foundation mission statement is provided. Its 2024 giving included colleges, schools, and organizations whose own missions describe educational and student-support work. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation?
The foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's EIN?
The Robert Hampton Tapp Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 13-3737788. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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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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