Bralyn Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bralyn Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Clearwater, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$8.1 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was down from $465,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $480,000 | 21 | $6.7 million |
| 2024 | $465,000 | 18 | $7.3 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 11 | $8.1 million |
How to apply
Bralyn Foundation Inc 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 Bralyn Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casa of Pinellas | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $20,000 |
| International Fellowship of Christian & Jews | Religious | $20,000 |
| Operation Blessing | Religious | $20,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Religious | $20,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc | Animal | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
| World Vision | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Zootampa at Lowry Park Zoological Society of Tampa Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Clearwater Marine Aquarium | Animal | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn Bradley
- Faith Sharpe
- Christine Gagnon
Questions people ask
Does Bralyn Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bralyn Foundation Inc give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Bralyn Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn Bradley (President), Faith Sharpe (Treasurer) and Christine Gagnon (Secretary).
What does Bralyn Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, faith communities and environment and conservation.