Jerome V Bruni Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jerome V Bruni Foundation is a private foundation in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$31.6 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 26 | $20.8 million |
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 36 | $27.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 38 | $31.6 million |
How to apply
Jerome V Bruni 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 Jerome V Bruni Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $500,000 |
| Colorado | 28 | $440,574 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $125,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $35,000 |
| California | 2 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Maine | Humanitarian | $500,000 |
| American Council of Trustees and Alumni | Economic research and education | $100,000 |
| Penrose-St Francis Health Foundation | Humanitarian | $100,000 |
| Pikes Peak State College Foundation | Education | $63,574 |
| Ic Health Memorial Hospital Foundation | Humanitarian | $50,000 |
| Air Force Acedemy Foundation | Education | $40,000 |
| Partners in Housing | Humanitarian | $39,250 |
| Convoy of Hope | Humanitarian | $35,000 |
| University of Colorado Colorado Springs Advancementdevelopmen | Education | $32,000 |
| Foundation for Teaching Economics Co the Fund for American Studies | Education | $25,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Humanitarian | $25,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Humanitarian | $20,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Touch of Love International | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Care and Share Inc | Humanitarian | $7,000 |
| Peak Vista Community Health Centers Foundation | Humanitarian | $7,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Central Colorado - Marian House | Humanitarian | $6,250 |
| Community Partnership for Child Development | Humanitarian | $6,000 |
| YMCA - Southeast Family Centerarmed Services | Humanitarian | $6,000 |
| Lutheran Family Serices - Rocky Mountains | Humanitarian | $5,500 |
| Salvation Army - Colo SPGS - El Paso County | Humanitarian | $5,500 |
| Silver Key Senior Services | Humanitarian | $5,500 |
| The Resource Exchange | Humanitarian | $5,500 |
| Tri Lakes Cares | Humanitarian | $5,500 |
| Early Connections Learning Centers | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Home Front Military Network | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Make Way for Books | Education | $5,000 |
| Pikes Peak Hospice & Palliative Care | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Mercy's Gate | Humanitarian | $4,500 |
| Westside Cares | Humanitarian | $4,500 |
| American Red Cross - Pikes Peak Chapter | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Mount Carmel Veterans Service Center | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Tessa | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| The Place | Humanitarian | $4,000 |
| Nami-Colorado Springs | Humanitarian | $3,000 |
| Safe Passage | Humanitarian | $3,000 |
| Grand Teton Music Festival | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerome V Bruni
- Pamela S Bruni
- John R Brock
Questions people ask
Does Jerome V Bruni Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jerome V Bruni Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Jerome V Bruni Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jerome V Bruni (Director), Pamela S Bruni (Director) and John R Brock (Exec Director).
What does Jerome V Bruni Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.