The Patrick G Bromley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Patrick G Bromley Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $232,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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$232,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $238,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $229,000 | 8 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $238,000 | 9 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $232,000 | 9 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
The Patrick G Bromley 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 Patrick G Bromley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $232,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Beacon of Downtown Houston | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Central Texas Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Texas General Land Office | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Texas at Arlington | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Texas Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| West Houston Assistance Ministries Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| William Marsh Rice University | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Texas Map Society | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William Allison
- David Shoemaker
Questions people ask
Does The Patrick G Bromley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Patrick G Bromley Foundation give?
$232,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Patrick G Bromley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Allison (Dir, VP) and David Shoemaker (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The Patrick G Bromley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.