Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation is a private foundation in West Hartford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $513,000 and the largest $876,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$513,000
- Largest grant$876,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $450,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $310,000 | 2 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $450,000 | 5 | $5.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 2 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Eleanor & Raymond Bradley 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 Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $1.0 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwest Catholic High School | Funding for damuth music endow. | $876,000 |
| Klingberg Family Center | Production of documentary | $150,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kearns & Kearns PC
- John F Kearns III
Questions people ask
Does Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $513,000.
Who runs Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kearns & Kearns PC (Management S) and John F Kearns III (Trustee).
What does Eleanor & Raymond Bradley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.