The Waits Brennan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Waits Brennan Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $131,750 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $40,000. 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$131,750
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$678,023
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,000 the year before.
89% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,000 | 4 | $679,818 |
| 2024 | $131,750 | 18 | $678,023 |
How to apply
The Waits Brennan 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 Waits Brennan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $111,750 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood Food Bank | Support of a local community food bank to feed those in need and end hunger in the community | $40,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Santa Rosa | In support of the organizations efforts to provide shelter, meals, and care to underserved populations. | $30,000 |
| NAMI | Support to provide support to those with diagnosed mental illness. | $20,000 |
| Naui Sonoma County | Education for divers while advocating for aquatic conservation efforts. | $20,000 |
| Pacific Zen Center | Support of the community seeking food assistance, in addition providing emergency food boxes and vital food distribution centers. | $9,000 |
| Redwood Gospel Mission | Support of a homelessness organization. | $7,000 |
| Food for Thought | Support to end food deserts nationwide. | $1,200 |
| NRDC | Support for advocacy for environmental protection causes | $1,000 |
| Actors Gang | To provide assistance in the performing arts industry in support of formerly incarcerated individuals. | $500 |
| Bread & Roses | Support of human services mission through live music performances to underserved and marginalized communities. | $500 |
| Sera Jey Foundation | Support to a budhist temple. | $500 |
| Silverlake Conservatory of Music | Providing support for music education to underserved communities. | $500 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Support to fight homelessness and hunger in sonoma county. | $500 |
| Bodega Bay Firefighters | To aid and protect our community and those who serve it | $400 |
| Edible Schoolyard Project | To encourage education and support for growing crops and food for the younger generation | $300 |
| Ceres | To provide assistance for meals and food for people in need. | $200 |
| Sonoma Land Trust | Protection of environmentally signficant land plots in sonoma county. | $100 |
| Lomi Psychotherapy Clinic | In support of low cost therapy to anyone in need. | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathleen Brennan
- Tom Waits
Questions people ask
Does The Waits Brennan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Waits Brennan Foundation give?
$131,750 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Waits Brennan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathleen Brennan (President) and Tom Waits (Secretary/Cfo).
What does The Waits Brennan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, faith communities and housing and homelessness.