Robert celebrates a birthday with gusto.

Robert was always taking photos or filming at events.

Robert knew Christo's Gates exhibit in Central Park was a once in a lifetime event - hence the Christmas card photo.

A gathering of the Williamson, Robertson, and Bacon clan at Figure 8.

Robert with some participants in "The Southern Cup." Check back for information on an upcoming golf tournament in Robert's honor.

Our Mission

The B. Robert Williamson, Jr. Foundation was established in 2012 in memory of Robert Williamson - "RW" - to honor his vitality, insatiable curiosity, and passion for life. In order to embody Robert's optimism for life, the Foundation will provide financial support in the form of charitable contributions to non-profit organizations that primarily focus on the education and empowerment of young people.

About the Foundation

The B. Robert Williamson Jr. Foundation is a private foundation established in 2012 with a lead gift by Chilton Investment founder, Richard L. Chilton, and his wife Maureen, in memory of their dear friend, Robert Williamson. The foundation is in its 10th year. Its objective is to leverage grants by partnering with proven grantees and aligned funders. It seeks measurable outcomes in either the intermediate or longer term.

The B. Robert Williamson Foundation currently targets grants in the areas of education and empowerment of youth, principally in New York City. As opportunities emerge, the foundation will provide grants in other areas of interest.

Caroline Williamson

Starting A New Decade

A letter from President, Treasurer & Director Caroline Williamson

I want to thank you again for your support of our 11th annual RW Classic. It would be hard to beat the 10th anniversary celebration that raised $1,000,000, but we had a great day and raised over $240,000 for our grantees. Our grantee retreat in May was a huge success. Many of the grantees met for the first time and the day resulted in newfound friendships and connections. We have seen increased collaborations between them, and it helped us learn from them how to improve as a funder. Our 12th annual RW Classic will be on September 12th at the Rockaway Hunting Club. We hope we can count on your continued support.

view > Charity Golf Classic

Golf ball and tee

The 12th Annual Charity Golf Classic will be held on Thursday, September 12th. Click the link below to see pictures of our past events!

view all > Latest News

  • Cristo Rey Spring 2024 Newsletter

    Monday, March 18, 2024

  • Kelly Clarkson Fences in Heels with our Grantee and Olymoia Nzingha Prescod

    Monday, March 04, 2024

view all > Photo Gallery

Robert and his wife

I hope you will help me keep Robert's spirit alive by supporting the foundation.
- Caroline