Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund
Preselected recipients only
Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund is a private foundation in Santa Paula, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $145,700 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$145,700
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $120,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $120,000 | 11 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $145,700 | 13 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund 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 Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $114,000 |
| New York | 1 | $12,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $4,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thacher School | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $70,000 |
| The Brigid Alliance | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $12,000 |
| Ventura Land Trust | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $10,000 |
| Dougy Center | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $10,000 |
| Spirit of Santa Paula | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $8,000 |
| Los Padres Forest Watch | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| Ojai Raptor Center | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| Ventura Botanic Gardens | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| KCRW | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| Ojai Valley Land Conservancy | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| Project Onwards Inc | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $5,000 |
| National Indigenous Womens Resource | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $4,700 |
| Will Rogers PTA | No restrictions - to further the mission of the organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurel S Braitman
- Jake W Braitman
- Nancy Moser
- Michael Tierney
Questions people ask
Does Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund give?
$145,700 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Laurel S Braitman (President), Jake W Braitman (Vice President), Nancy Moser (Secretary) and Michael Tierney (Director).
What does Lynn Braitman Inspire Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.