Robert R Banks Foundation Incorporated

Open & Accessible
Private Foundation
RENO, NevadaSmallEIN: 943221616
Youth Development OrganizationsBig Brother Big SisterCommunity CentersEducation Nonprofits

This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting youth services and general support initiatives. Its mission centers on enhancing the well-being and development of children through funding various nonprofit organizations that provide essential services and programs. The foundation primarily serves youth-focused charities, including community organizations and mentoring programs, reflecting a strong commitment to youth development. It operates primarily in Nevada, where it allocates its resources to local charities that directly impact the lives of children and adolescents.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

A Nevada-based 501(c)(3) that provides direct youth services or programs serving children, with clear financials and an IRS determination letter.

Good Fit

  • Programs focused on youth services or child development in Nevada.
  • Ability to provide a current IRS Form 990 and recent financial statements.
  • Established local presence or relationships in the Reno/ northern Nevada area.
  • Request sizes in the small-to-mid grant range (roughly $4K–$40K).
  • Willingness to submit a narrative and documentation by mail or phone contact.

Geography

Restrictive

All observed grants in each year were made to Nevada organizations, with the latest year showing 100% of dollars staying in-state.

Recipient Variety

Moderate

The foundation funded about 10–13 distinct recipients per year (ten distinct recipients in the latest year), showing a moderately broad local portfolio even though several organizations are recurring grantees.

New Applicants

Moderate

Direct evidence of turnover is limited but present: nine recurring recipients appear across years and one new recipient was recorded in the latest year; a public application route and submission requirements are listed, so new entrants are possible though the portfolio is relationship-inclined.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026