Brooke Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brooke Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $195,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $70,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$195,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$190,729
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $165,233 the year before.
57% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $165,233 | 9 | $369,370 |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 7 | $190,729 |
How to apply
Brooke Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Brooke Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 6 | $175,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Alabama | Support of programs | $70,000 |
| United Way of Central Alabama | Support of programs | $50,000 |
| Woodlawn United Foundation | Support of programs | $40,000 |
| YMCA | Support of programs | $20,000 |
| Parkinsons Association of Alabama | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Mountain Brook City Schools Foundation | Support of programs | $5,000 |
| Wilcox Educational Foundation | Support of programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William W Brooke Sr
- Margaret W Brooke
- William W Brooke Jr
Questions people ask
Does Brooke Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brooke Family Foundation give?
$195,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Brooke Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William W Brooke Sr (Director), Margaret W Brooke (Director) and William W Brooke Jr (Director).
What does Brooke Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.