Braniff Family Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Braniff Family Private Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $812,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $102,500. 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$812,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$102,500
- Assets$15.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $583,106 the year before.
33% 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 | $354,166 | 5 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $583,106 | 9 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $812,500 | 12 | $15.6 million |
How to apply
Braniff Family Private 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 Braniff Family Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $255,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $205,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $102,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame | Charitable contribution | $102,500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Ranney School | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Students 2 Science Inc | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Convent of the Sacred Heart | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| St Ignatius Loyala School | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Open Discourse Coalition | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Church of St Ignatius Loyola | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| First Tee South FL | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| ASPCA | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Parker Family Health Center | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John K Braniff
- James M Braniff
- Edward Braniff III
- Suzanne Braniff
- Carol Braniff
Questions people ask
Does Braniff Family Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Braniff Family Private Foundation give?
$812,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Braniff Family Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John K Braniff (President), James M Braniff (Director), Edward Braniff III (Director) and Suzanne Braniff (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Braniff Family Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.