Brooks Gray Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brooks Gray Foundation is a private foundation in Madison, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$25,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$746,566
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $50,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,000 | 1 | $668,934 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 1 | $685,262 |
| 2025 | $25,000 | 1 | $746,566 |
How to apply
Brooks Gray 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 Brooks Gray Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Embrace Alabama Kids | Support of higher education housing | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry V Janzen
- R Wylene Janzen
- J Wesley Clayton
Questions people ask
Does Brooks Gray Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brooks Gray Foundation give?
$25,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Brooks Gray Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Larry V Janzen (President), R Wylene Janzen (Secretary) and J Wesley Clayton (Director).
What does Brooks Gray Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and youth programs.