The Brunson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brunson Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.8 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $83,950 and the largest $3.1 million. 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$4.8 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$83,950
- Largest grant$3.1 million
- Assets$104 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $812,970 the year before.
60% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $812,970 | 7 | $105 million |
| 2025 | $4.8 million | 12 | $104 million |
How to apply
The Brunson 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 Brunson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $4.8 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UC Irvine Foundation | Medical research | $3.1 million |
| Michelson Foundation Animals Founda | Animal welfare | $1.0 million |
| CHOC Foundation | Support for children in need of hospital care. | $150,400 |
| Eastwood Ranch Foundation | Animal preservation. | $150,000 |
| St Margaret Episcopal School | Elementary and Secondary Education | $100,000 |
| Child Guidance Center | Youth program for mental health | $97,900 |
| Individual | Education of youth for engineering. | $70,000 |
| Individual | Animal adoption and awareness care | $50,000 |
| 4Th Watch Educational Services | Children's education | $35,000 |
| Oak Valley College | Equip students to live, learn, and grow in their faith, service, and calling through a Bachelor of Arts in Business framed by a Christian worldview with no student loans. | $25,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Whittier | Education, activities and support for children. | $20,000 |
| Jessie Rees Foundation | Helping children with cancer | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R DeBoard
- Cynthia L DeBoard
- Jaclyn M Kurzawa
Questions people ask
Does The Brunson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brunson Foundation give?
$4.8 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $83,950.
Who runs The Brunson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R DeBoard (Secretary), Cynthia L DeBoard (President & CEO) and Jaclyn M Kurzawa (Director).
What does The Brunson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and animals.