Bus Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bus Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$13,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$73,172
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,500 | 1 | $79,761 |
| 2024 | $7,000 | 2 | $77,824 |
| 2025 | $13,500 | 3 | $73,172 |
How to apply
Bus Brown 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 Bus Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 3 | $13,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aubrey Divelbess Co Iowa Western Co | Tuition | $5,000 |
| Danyelle Steinkuehler Co SW Communi | Tuition | $5,000 |
| Xander Johnson Co Waldorf Universit | Tuition | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Lila Blandford
Questions people ask
Does Bus Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bus Brown Foundation give?
$13,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bus Brown Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lila Blandford (President).
What does Bus Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.