The Gusti Brandt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gusti Brandt Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $90,000 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $11,000. 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$90,000
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27,417 the year before.
76% 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 | $27,417 | 20 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 47 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Gusti Brandt 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 Gusti Brandt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 23 | $48,218 |
| Florida | 2 | $13,250 |
| Connecticut | 11 | $10,762 |
| Vermont | 2 | $5,090 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ziv Partners | General support | $11,000 |
| Rye Country Day School | General support | $10,000 |
| UJA Federation of New York | General support | $6,000 |
| Israel Defense Forces | General support | $5,900 |
| Westchester Reform Temple | General support | $5,141 |
| Brothers for Life | General support | $5,000 |
| Fractured Atlas | General support | $5,000 |
| The Juilliard School | General support | $5,000 |
| Gerdas Equine Rescue | General support | $4,590 |
| Temple Emanu-El | General support | $4,400 |
| University of Connecticut Foundation Incorporated | General support | $4,000 |
| Laguardia High School Parents Association Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| The Fountainhead Residency Inc | General support | $2,250 |
| Piglet International Inc | General support | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic | General support | $2,000 |
| Alridge Museum | General support | $1,500 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Equine Advocates | General support | $1,000 |
| Paws Chicago | General support | $1,000 |
| Radio Workshop US Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| School in the Square | General support | $1,000 |
| WJCS | General support | $519 |
| Grace Farms Foundation | General support | $512 |
| Barre Center for Buddhist Studies | General support | $500 |
| Carlos Otis Clinic | General support | $500 |
| Footsteps | General support | $500 |
| Insight Meditation Society | General support | $500 |
| Pink Aid | General support | $500 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | General support | $500 |
| Spirit Rock Meditation Center | General support | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General support | $500 |
| Weston Ems | General support | $500 |
| Weston Fire Department | General support | $500 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | General support | $440 |
| New York Insight Meditation Center | General support | $288 |
| Greenwich Professional Firefighters Benevolent Fund Inc | General support | $250 |
| Jewish Family Services of Greenwich | General support | $250 |
| Silver Shield Assn - Greenwich Police | General support | $250 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | General support | $210 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | General support | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Brandt
- Gary Brandt
- John Brandt
Questions people ask
Does The Gusti Brandt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gusti Brandt Foundation give?
$90,000 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Gusti Brandt Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert Brandt (Director & President), Gary Brandt (Director & Vice President) and John Brandt (Director & Treasurer).
What does The Gusti Brandt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and animals.