The Brookheim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brookheim Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $117,280 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$117,280
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,767 the year before.
64% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $122,876 | 44 | $233,770 |
| 2023 | $108,924 | 37 | $85,992 |
| 2024 | $91,767 | 36 | $272,373 |
| 2025 | $117,280 | 52 | $0 |
How to apply
The Brookheim 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 The Brookheim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 45 | $103,545 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $4,500 |
| Oregon | 2 | $2,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $735 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Repairs | $20,000 |
| Compact | Donation | $8,000 |
| Producegoods | Donation | $5,500 |
| Individual | Financial support | $5,500 |
| Hope Ministries | Donation | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educator grant | $4,800 |
| Individual | Medical support | $4,500 |
| Individual | Medical suport | $4,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Donation | $3,500 |
| Individual | Donation | $3,000 |
| SD Food Bank | Donation | $3,000 |
| Individual | financial support | $2,700 |
| Individual | Grants | $2,500 |
| B Familia Mexican Food Truck | Financial support | $2,500 |
| Individual | Donation | $2,500 |
| Interfaith Services | Donation | $2,500 |
| Individual | Donation | $2,500 |
| Vista Community Clinic | Doantion | $2,500 |
| Healthy Day Partners | Doantion | $2,500 |
| Individual | Financial support | $2,000 |
| Chris and Sweet Pea Cole | Artist grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Legal fees | $2,000 |
| Healthy Day Partners | Donation | $2,000 |
| Individual | Financial support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,000 |
| Individual | Medical support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Financial support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Education grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Educatin grant | $1,000 |
| San Diego Zoo | Donation | $985 |
| Individual | Donation | $760 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine Conheim
Questions people ask
Does The Brookheim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brookheim Foundation give?
$117,280 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Brookheim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Catherine Conheim (Trustee).
What does The Brookheim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and food and hunger.