Julia Richardson Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Julia Richardson Brown Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $182,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$182,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $193,900 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $180,000 | 8 | $3.4 million |
| 2023 | $210,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $193,900 | 12 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $182,500 | 4 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Julia Richardson 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 Julia Richardson Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $182,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California San Diego Foundation | The preuss school ucsd opportunity fund; margaret leinen endowed chair in climate solutions fundraising initiative | $65,000 |
| San Diego Symphony Orchestra | The jacobs music center renovation and endowment campaign | $50,000 |
| KPBS Public Broadcasting | General support | $40,000 |
| Campanile Foundation at San Diego State University | Julia r. Brown new musical theatre initiative fund; julia r. Brown musical theatre endowed scholarship | $27,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia Richardson Brown
- Craig Brown
Questions people ask
Does Julia Richardson Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Julia Richardson Brown Foundation give?
$182,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs Julia Richardson Brown Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julia Richardson Brown (President and Ceo) and Craig Brown (Director).
What does Julia Richardson Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.