The Brannan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brannan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Torrance, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,424 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$28,424
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was down from $45,595 the year before.
25% 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 | $21,300 | 17 | $926,692 |
| 2024 | $45,595 | 20 | $922,558 |
| 2025 | $28,424 | 16 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Brannan 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $16,284 |
| Colorado | 2 | $5,500 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $2,040 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $1,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loyola Marymont University | Donation | $10,000 |
| Boulder Co Univ | Donation | $3,500 |
| Boulder County Fire Fighters Assn | Donation | $2,000 |
| Torrance Mem Medical Center | Donation | $1,661 |
| Kurt Caselli Fndn | Donation | $1,623 |
| Gary Sinese Assn | Donation | $1,040 |
| Back Country Discovery Routes | Donation | $1,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Donation | $1,000 |
| Deaf West Theater Group | Donation | $1,000 |
| The Beautifully Flawed Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Donation | $1,000 |
| Wildland Firefighter Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Veterans Surf Alliance | Donation | $1,000 |
| Palos Verdes Police Officers Assn | Donation | $1,000 |
| Leukema & Lyma Society | Donation | $500 |
| American Heart Assn | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter S Brannan
- Matthew Brannan
- Sheryl L Jung
- Jennifer Robbins
- Covi Brannan
- Adelaide Brannan
- Wesrley Brannan
- Isabella C Brannan
Questions people ask
Does The Brannan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brannan Family Foundation give?
$28,424 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Brannan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter S Brannan (President), Matthew Brannan (Treasurer), Sheryl L Jung (Secretary) and Jennifer Robbins (Board Member) among 8 officers and trustees.