Bronson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bronson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,165 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,666 and the largest $4,333. 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$28,165
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,666
- Largest grant$4,333
- Assets$869,135
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $30,668 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $32,083 | 14 | $719,482 |
| 2024 | $30,668 | 14 | $799,482 |
| 2025 | $28,165 | 10 | $869,135 |
How to apply
Bronson Family 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 Bronson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 4 | $11,999 |
| Vermont | 3 | $9,666 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $3,833 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,667 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rochester Area Sports Trails Alliance | General & Unrestricted | $4,333 |
| Mahoosuc Land Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Vermont Land Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Cultivating Community | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| New England Mountain Bike Association Inc | Portland Maine Chapter fund | $2,667 |
| Portland Trails | General & Unrestricted | $2,666 |
| Maine Island Trail Association | General & Unrestricted | $2,333 |
| Kilham Bear Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Granite Backcountry Alliance | General & Unrestricted | $1,833 |
| Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad | General & Unrestricted | $1,333 |
Officers and trustees
- Katharine Quimby Bronson
- William Jewett Bronson
- Nathaniel R Bronson III
Questions people ask
Does Bronson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bronson Family Foundation give?
$28,165 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,666.
Who runs Bronson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Katharine Quimby Bronson (VP), William Jewett Bronson (Sec) and Nathaniel R Bronson III (Pres, Dir, Treas).
What does Bronson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.