The Lee Bruno Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lee Bruno Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $687,962 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$687,962
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $633,500 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $618,300 | 24 | $14.7 million |
| 2024 | $633,500 | 24 | $16.4 million |
| 2025 | $687,962 | 22 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
The Lee Bruno 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 The Lee Bruno Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 18 | $607,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $65,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,116 |
| Maryland | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral of St Paul | Capital campaign | $100,000 |
| St Rose Academy | General | $100,000 |
| Holy Family Catholic School | Capital campaign | $85,000 |
| St Bernard Abbey | Capital campaign | $75,000 |
| Children's Hospital Foundation | Capital campaign | $60,000 |
| Focus Mission Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Diocese of Birmingham | General | $25,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Cullman Alabama | Capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Triumph Services | General | $20,000 |
| United Ability | General | $20,000 |
| Her Choice Birmingham | General | $15,000 |
| Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School | General | $15,000 |
| Road to Purity | General | $15,000 |
| The Exceptional Foundation | General | $15,000 |
| Oasis Counseling for Women & Children | General | $12,500 |
| The Bell Center | General | $12,500 |
| La Promesa Foundation | General | $10,116 |
| Sister Servants of the Eternal Word | General | $10,000 |
| United for Life Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Christ Life | General | $7,500 |
| Smile A Mile | General | $7,500 |
| Magic Moments | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vincent Joseph Bruno
- Vincent John Bruno
- Mary Ann Bruno
- Paul Bruno
Questions people ask
Does The Lee Bruno Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lee Bruno Foundation give?
$687,962 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Lee Bruno Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vincent Joseph Bruno (Executive Director), Vincent John Bruno (President/Treasurer), Mary Ann Bruno (Secretary) and Paul Bruno (Vice President).
What does The Lee Bruno Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.