Linda Brandes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Linda Brandes Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $482,008 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $305,000. 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$482,008
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$305,000
- Assets$8.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $429,103 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $429,103 | 9 | $8.0 million |
| 2024 | $482,008 | 7 | $8.4 million |
How to apply
Linda Brandes 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 Linda Brandes Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $482,008 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Contemporary Art San Diego | Visual arts, funding of advancement of regional contemporary arts and arts education | $305,000 |
| Ettie Lee Youth and Family | Youth services/child welfare, funding of foster and residential care | $150,000 |
| Artsbusxpress | Children and youth services, funding of transportation for students to arts and sciences | $10,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Animal welfare, funding of care and treatment of animals | $10,000 |
| Coastal K9 German Shepherd Rescue of San Diego | Animal welfare, funding for homeless german shepherds | $5,000 |
| Kids Turn | Youth and family services, funding of support for children experiencing family separation | $2,000 |
| From K-1 - Montauk Triguard Fund IX LP | Charitable contribution allocated from pass-through entity | $8 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Brandes
- Valerie Sullivan
Questions people ask
Does Linda Brandes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Linda Brandes Foundation give?
$482,008 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Linda Brandes Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Linda Brandes (President) and Valerie Sullivan (Director).
What does Linda Brandes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.