BRK Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BRK Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $198,800 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$198,800
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$589,900
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $188,800 the year before.
26% 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 | $189,830 | 22 | $772,703 |
| 2024 | $188,800 | 19 | $711,794 |
| 2025 | $198,800 | 19 | $589,900 |
How to apply
BRK 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 BRK Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $63,300 |
| New York | 2 | $47,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $8,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ies Abroad | To help fundoverseas internships | $40,000 |
| Robin Hood Foundation | To support programs aimedat ending poverty in nyc | $35,000 |
| Us-Japan Bridging Foundation | To provide opportunitiesfor american undergraduates tostudy abroad in japan | $25,000 |
| The College Diabetes Network (Diabetes Link) | To fund researchprograms | $15,000 |
| Georgetown University | To support missionand ministry programs | $15,000 |
| Hudson Institute Inc | To support independentresearch | $15,000 |
| Columbia Cjeb | To support educationalprograms | $12,500 |
| Nantucket Cottage Hospital | To support improvingcare and research | $7,000 |
| American Red Cross | To fund disaster relief programs | $5,000 |
| Cox Science Center and Aquarium | To fund programsthat enhance scientific education | $5,000 |
| Harvard Business School | To support educationalprograms | $5,000 |
| Hoover Institution | To fund research aimed at improving education, expanding economic prosperityand upholding a system of liberty | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | To support conservation efforts | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Land Council | To advocate for environmental causes | $5,000 |
| Palm Beach Diocesan Services Appeal | To support charitableministries | $1,500 |
| Nantucket Island Safe Harbor for Animals | To support theveterinary hospital | $1,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | To fund programs that find shelter for lost, homeless andunwanted animals | $1,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | To support conservation efforts | $500 |
| Nantucket Shellfish Association | To preserve and protectharbors and shellfish | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Kelly
- Robin Kelly
Questions people ask
Does BRK Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BRK Family Foundation give?
$198,800 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs BRK Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Kelly (President/Treasurer) and Robin Kelly (Vp/Secretary).
What does BRK Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.