Dr Bronners Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr Bronners Family Foundation is a private foundation in Vista, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $170,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$170,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$193,482
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $570,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $945,000 | 71 | $681,787 |
| 2024 | $570,000 | 20 | $361,567 |
| 2025 | $170,000 | 6 | $193,482 |
How to apply
Dr Bronners 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Dr Bronners Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $75,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cohere USA | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $50,000 |
| Myriad USA Inc | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $50,000 |
| Chinese Progressive Association | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $25,000 |
| The New York Immigration Coalition | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $25,000 |
| UPAVIM Community Development Fund | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $10,000 |
| California Immigrant Policy Center | Organizations Exempt Purpose | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gertrude Bronner
- David Bronner
- Michael Bronner
Questions people ask
Does Dr Bronners Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr Bronners Family Foundation give?
$170,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Dr Bronners Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gertrude Bronner (CFO, Secy), David Bronner (Ceo) and Michael Bronner (Vice President).
What does Dr Bronners Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.