Briscoe Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Briscoe Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fresno, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,963 in 57 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$185,963
- Number of grants57
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$242,747
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $185,973 the year before.
54% of its 2025 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 | $141,780 | 45 | $153,888 |
| 2024 | $185,973 | 50 | $189,814 |
| 2025 | $185,963 | 57 | $242,747 |
How to apply
Briscoe 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 Briscoe Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 49 | $176,963 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $40,000 | |
| Individual | To support the local mentoring network, and providing every child with the ability to succeed and thrive in life. | $38,250 |
| Community Medical Foundation | Support the operations and needs of the Community Medical Foundation, Terry's House and the Leon S Peters Burn Center. | $15,000 |
| Fresno County Healthy Marriage Coal | Support the operations and needs of the Fresno County Healthy Marriage Coalition, helping couples form and sustain healthy relationships in their marriages. | $12,000 |
| Central Valley Community Foundation | Support the operations and needs of the Central Valley Community Foundation. | $10,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Fresno County | Enhance the development of boys & girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging & influence; Youth of the Year, Capital Campaign/Pinedale Teen Center. | $6,700 |
| Catholic Charities - Diocese of Fre | Support the operations and needs of Catholic Charities, reducing poverty in America. | $3,500 |
| Individual | $3,500 | |
| San Joaquin Valley Town Hall Series | Support the operations and needs of San Joaquin Valley Town Hall, informing and educating the communities in the Valley. | $2,500 |
| Buchanan High Bears Foundation | Support the operations and needs of the Buchanan High Bears Foundation. | $2,500 |
| Fma Foundation | Support the operations and needs of the FMA Foundation. | $2,500 |
| Fresno State Bowling Club | Support the operations and needs of the Fresno State Bowling club. | $2,000 |
| Raf Band Visalia | Support the operations and needs of RAF Band, Visalia. | $2,000 |
| Samoan Congregational Church of Jes | Support the operations and needs of Samoan Congregational Church of Jesus Christ. | $2,000 |
| Friends of Auberry Library | Support the operations and needs of the Friends of Auberry Library. | $1,713 |
| Fresno Art Museum | Support the operations and needs of the Fresno Art Museum, offering a dynamic experience for appreciating art. | $1,500 |
| Break the Barriers | Support the operations and needs of Break the Barriers, presenting ability awareness, outreach and education to diverse populations locally, nationally and internationally. | $1,500 |
| Miss Wrinkles Pet Adoption Center | Support the operations and needs of Miss Wrinkles Pet Adoption Center | $1,500 |
| Scouting America Sequoia Council | Support the operations and needs of the Boy Scouts, Sequoia Council. | $1,000 |
| Shriners Children's Northern Califo | Support the operations and needs of the Shriners Children's Northern California, providing the highest quality of care to children within a compassionate, family-centered and collaborative care environment. | $1,000 |
| Friends of Madera Animal Shelter FM | Support the operations and needs of the Friends of Madera Animal Shelter. | $1,000 |
| Central Ravens Youth Football | Support the operations and needs of Central Ravens Youth Football. | $1,000 |
| Central Baptist Church | Support the operations and needs of the Central Baptist Church. | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Support the operations and needs of the Ronald McDonald House. | $1,000 |
| The Father's House - Vacaville | Support the operations and needs of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Food Bank of Contra Costa Solano CN | Support the operations and needs of the Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano Counties, providing food throughout the region. | $1,000 |
| Redeemer's Church | Support the operations and needs of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Clovis FFA Boosters | Support the operations and needs of the organization, providing financial support and volunteer support services to the students, staff & school admin. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | Support the operations and needs of the soup kitchen to serve the community. | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Support the operations and needs of the organization, supporting wounded veterans. | $1,000 |
| Conner K Gamboa Foundation | Support the operations and needs of the Conner K. Gamboa Foundation. | $1,000 |
| Family House San Francisco | Support the operations and needs of the Family House, serving as a home away from home for families of children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Project Survival Cat Haven | Support the operations and needs of Project Survival Cat Haven. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| The Watchtower Bible and Tract Soci | Support the operations and needs of The Watchtower Bible & Tract Society | $1,000 |
| Tulare County Child Abuse Preventio | Support the operations and needs of Tulare County Child Abuse Prev Council | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Briscoe
- Lee Anne Briscoe
Questions people ask
Does Briscoe Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Briscoe Family Foundation give?
$185,963 in tax year 2025, across 57 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Briscoe Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James Briscoe (Pres. & CEO) and Lee Anne Briscoe (Sec. & CFO).
What does Briscoe Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and community development.