Hoffman-Brouse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hoffman-Brouse Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$69,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $75,500 the year before.
13% 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 | $75,000 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $75,500 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $69,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Hoffman-Brouse 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 Hoffman-Brouse Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5 | $39,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Association of Utah | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Earth University Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Girls Who Click | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| The Young Mens Christian Association of North Utah | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Vital Impacts | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Educational Opportunities for Utahs Children | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Brain Food Books | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Brouse
- Marilyn Hoffman
- Lynn Hoffman-Brouse
Questions people ask
Does Hoffman-Brouse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hoffman-Brouse Foundation give?
$69,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hoffman-Brouse Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Brouse (Trustee, Pres), Marilyn Hoffman (Trustee) and Lynn Hoffman-Brouse (Sec, Treas, Trustee).
What does Hoffman-Brouse Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.