Brame Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Brame Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,957 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $1,300 and the largest $15,000. 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$81,957
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$1,300
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $79,725 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 | $68,150 | 41 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $79,725 | 42 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $81,957 | 39 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Brame 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 Brame Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 17 | $31,707 |
| New Hampshire | 6 | $23,250 |
| New York | 3 | $6,250 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $1,500 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brantwood Camp | contribution Provided for Education | $15,000 |
| Emmanuel Church | Countribution Provided | $6,500 |
| Taft School | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $5,000 |
| Habitat of Collier County | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $4,000 |
| Hobart and William Smith Colleges | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $3,500 |
| Providence House | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $3,150 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Naples | Countribution Provided | $2,727 |
| Colgate University | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,500 |
| David Lawrence Center | Countribution Provided | $2,500 |
| Grace Place for Children | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,500 |
| Guadalupe Center | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,500 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | Countribution Provided | $2,500 |
| Hillsdale College | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,500 |
| St Matthews House | Countribution Provided for programming | $2,500 |
| Childrens Advocacy Center | Contribution Provided for educational programming | $2,500 |
| Heritage Foundation | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,000 |
| Hill School | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $2,000 |
| Semper Fi Fund | Countribution Provided for programming | $1,500 |
| Shelter For Abused Women and Children | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,300 |
| Naples Botanical Garden | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,250 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Collier County | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Charity for Change | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Fun Time Early Childhood Academy | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Monadnock Family Services | Countribution Provided | $1,000 |
| SRBA Historic Preservation Society | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Honor Foundation | Contribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Jackson Youth Hockey | Contribution Provided for Youth Equipment | $1,000 |
| Pineywoods School | Contribution Provided for educational programming | $1,000 |
| Mikeroweworks Foundation | Education and Scholarships | $1,000 |
| Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches | Contribution Provided for educational programming | $800 |
| Silicon Couloir | Education & Programs | $500 |
| Garden Club | Education and conservation programs | $300 |
| Dublin Community Foundation | Countribution Provided | $250 |
| General Society of Colonial Wars | Countribution Provided | $250 |
| Hurricane Island Outward Bound School | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $250 |
| Alpha Psi of Chi Psi Educational Tr | Contribution Provided for Education | $250 |
| Naples Zoo | Countribution Provided for educational programming | $230 |
| Electric Earth Concerts | Contribution Provided for Programming | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- J Yancey Brame
- James Ramsey Brame
- William S Brame
- Amy A Manley
Questions people ask
Does Brame Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brame Foundation Inc give?
$81,957 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $1,300.
Who runs Brame Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists J Yancey Brame (President), James Ramsey Brame (Vice President), William S Brame (Treasurer) and Amy A Manley (Secretary).
What does Brame Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.