Thomas R Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas R Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Tucson, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $2,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $15,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $15,000 | 1 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 2 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Thomas R 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Thomas R Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Council for Economic and Financial Education | Sponsorship | $1,000 |
| Arizona Council on Economic Education | Teacher scholarships | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary B Bernal
- Sarah B Smallhouse
- Shaun Kirkpatrick
- Dan Janes
- Michael Raymer
Questions people ask
Does Thomas R Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas R Brown Foundation give?
$2,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Thomas R Brown Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary B Bernal (Ceo/Secretary), Sarah B Smallhouse (President/Treasurer), Shaun Kirkpatrick (Vice President) and Dan Janes (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Thomas R Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.