Bremer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bremer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Marco Island, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $88,335 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $75,000. 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$88,335
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,837 the year before.
34% 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 | $41,863 | 38 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $61,837 | 38 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $88,335 | 38 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Bremer 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 Bremer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $80,620 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $1,750 |
| Illinois | 3 | $1,600 |
| Virginia | 5 | $1,590 |
| New York | 3 | $1,300 |
| California | 1 | $200 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baker Senior Center Naples | Program contribution | $75,000 |
| Marco Dementia Respite | Needs and care of seniors | $1,200 |
| Marco Island Historical Society | Community programs | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Community programs | $1,000 |
| Mia Rays Squadron | Program contribution | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Building homes | $800 |
| Judicial Watch | Conservative activism | $700 |
| Bear Necessities Pediatric | Program contribution | $600 |
| The Salvation Army | Community programs | $600 |
| Tpusa | Program contribution | $500 |
| Federation for American Immigration Reform (Fair) | Community programs | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Program contribution | $500 |
| CO2 Coalition | Research/education on co2 benefit | $500 |
| American Diabetes Association | Program contribution | $400 |
| Marine Corps Heritage Foundation | Program contribution | $300 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | Care of children | $290 |
| Cato Institute | Liberty and freedom | $250 |
| Prager University Foundation | Education | $200 |
| Misericordia Foundation | Advocacy on good public policy | $200 |
| Charity Navigator | Research and data collection | $200 |
| Boy's Town | Assistance for needy boys | $200 |
| Ducks Unlimited | Conservation | $200 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Program contribution | $200 |
| Avow | Program contribution | $200 |
| Patty Baker Humane Society of Naples | Care of animals | $200 |
| Committee for A Constructive Tomorrow | Program contribution | $200 |
| St Matthews House | Program contribution | $200 |
| The Epoch Times | Program contribution | $200 |
| Wgcu | Program contribution | $120 |
| Tin Can Sailors Inc | Historic preservation | $100 |
| FL Sheriffs Association | Childcare for law enforcement | $100 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) | Program contribution | $100 |
| Mayo Clinic | Program contribution | $100 |
| National Center of Public Policy Research | Program contribution | $100 |
| Lustgarten Pancreatic Cancer Research | Program contribution | $100 |
| Center for Science in the Public Support | Program contribution | $100 |
| Media Research Center | Program contribution | $100 |
| Consumer Reports | Program contribution | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Bremer
- Sarah Piercy
- Jeffrey M Janeiro
- Brianne Bremer-Kennish
- Jenifer Pankow
- Marsha Werner
Questions people ask
Does Bremer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bremer Family Foundation give?
$88,335 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Bremer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Bremer (Director), Sarah Piercy (Director), Jeffrey M Janeiro (Director) and Brianne Bremer-Kennish (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Bremer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly seniors, health and human services.