The Brandsma Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brandsma Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $584,339 in 289 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $50,000. 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$584,339
- Number of grants289
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was down from $920,868 the year before.
28% 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 | $842,148 | 149 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $920,868 | 198 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $584,339 | 289 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
The Brandsma 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 The Brandsma Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 24 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 140 | $366,537 |
| Arkansas | 32 | $100,850 |
| California | 8 | $51,150 |
| Michigan | 18 | $9,570 |
| Indiana | 4 | $9,000 |
| Washington | 5 | $8,122 |
| Iowa | 5 | $6,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $5,450 |
| New York | 11 | $5,250 |
| District of Columbia | 18 | $5,170 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sota Convoys | Assistance in Burundi surgical camp and participation in the COSECSA conference fund | $50,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Childrens Hunger Fund | Chicago Initiative | $35,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $28,500 |
| Daystar Education Association | Financial Aid for Students fund | $25,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools Foundation | For the Win fund | $20,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Capital Campaign for 2024-2026 | $15,000 |
| Chicago West Side Christian School Association | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Christ Church of Oak Brook | General & Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | Charitable Event | $12,100 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Cardiac surgeries in India fund | $10,100 |
| Chicago West Side Christian School Association | Birthday Benefit fund | $10,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Uganda Medical Mission for Upcoming Heart Surgeries in india fund | $10,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | For the Win fund | $10,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | Two Birdie for TC Golf Outing fund | $7,000 |
| Violet Foundation for Pediatric Brain Cancer | General & Unrestricted | $6,250 |
| World Vision | General & Unrestricted | $6,186 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Post surgery bags for kids in Uganda after hernia surgeries fund | $6,000 |
| Prograce International | Expansion of ProGrace to Churches and Communities fund | $6,000 |
| Worldhope US Inc | WorldHopes Medical Clinic in Africa fund | $6,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Surgeries in Africa led by Dr. Odungo fund | $5,250 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Childrens programs and food programs | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Inc | Preschool after school program Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Inc | Student Achievement Program | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Inc | Youth Development fund | $5,000 |
| Breakthrough Urban Ministries Inc | Breakthrough Beyond and education and youth development programs | $5,000 |
| Chicago West Side Christian School Association | Diverse Learning programs | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hunger Fund | Texas Flooding Emergency Relief Fund | $5,000 |
| Childrens Hunger Fund | Mercy Network Chicago Initiative | $5,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Pursue Possibilities Engaging level fund | $5,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Elim Capital Campaign | $5,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Engaging Initiative Fund | $5,000 |
| Elim Christian Services | Pursue Possibilities fund | $5,000 |
| Living With Hope | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Upcoming Needed Surgeries fund | $5,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Cardiac surgeries in India fund | $5,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries Foundation | Last Hop Save Lives Campaign | $5,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools | Young Life through Timothy Christian fund | $5,000 |
| Timothy Christian Schools Foundation | DECA trips for 2025 fund | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joshua Brandsma
- Lee Brandsma
- Pamela Anne Brandsma
- Ryan Brandsma
- Kristen L Hagstrom
- Tessa Leggett
Questions people ask
Does The Brandsma Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brandsma Family Foundation give?
$584,339 in tax year 2025, across 289 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Brandsma Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joshua Brandsma (Dir), Lee Brandsma (Sec, Treas, Dir), Pamela Anne Brandsma (Pres, Dir) and Ryan Brandsma (Dir) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Brandsma Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.