The Branscomb Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Branscomb Family Foundation is a private foundation in Half Moon Bay, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $81,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $33,000 | 19 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $81,000 | 25 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 18 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Branscomb 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 The Branscomb Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 5 | $24,000 |
| Georgia | 3 | $12,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Foundation for the Horse | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Internet Archives | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Vanderbilt | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Gcsu Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Global Harmony Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Electronic Frontier F | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Aet Library Endowment | Charitablecharitablecharitable | $4,000 |
| The Council for the National Interest Foundation | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Institute for Research Middle Eastern Policy | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Codepink | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Audit Elections USA | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Bay Area Community Law Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Free Flight | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Backbone Campaign | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Empowerment Works | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Coalition for Good Governance | Charitable | $2,000 |
| The Webb School Bell Buckle TN | Charitable | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harvie H Branscomb
- Katharine C Branscomb
- Clara Kelley
- Yayoi Wakabayashi
Questions people ask
Does The Branscomb Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Branscomb Family Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Branscomb Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harvie H Branscomb (Dir/Pres/Ceo), Katharine C Branscomb (Dir/Vp/Cfo), Clara Kelley (Dir/Secretary) and Yayoi Wakabayashi (Director).
What does The Branscomb Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.