The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $325,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$325,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
65% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 11 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 13 | $10.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 17 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The Brett & Meaghan Barakett 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 The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $145,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $437,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 2 | $145,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $105,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $72,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | General support | $325,000 |
| Villanova University | General Support | $200,000 |
| Ivey Business School at UWO | General Support | $145,000 |
| Fordham University | General Support | $125,000 |
| Whitehead Institute for Biomedical Research | General Support | $100,000 |
| Brunswick School Inc | General support | $80,000 |
| Friends of Recreation Inc | General Support | $50,000 |
| Greenwich Academy | General Support | $25,000 |
| Center for Mind-Body Medicine | General Support | $25,000 |
| One Girl Inc | General Support | $20,000 |
| Sea Star Waldorf School Initiative | General Support | $11,000 |
| Rohis Liberation Station Inc | General Support | $10,000 |
| Mount Auburn Preservation Foundation Inc | General Support | $10,000 |
| Sudc Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Dana-Farber Cancer Institute | General Support | $2,500 |
| Bradley Hospital Foundation | General Support | $2,000 |
| Palm Beach Police Foundation Inc | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett Barakett Co Tremblant PTNRS
- James Eckert Co Tremblant PTNRS
- Caroline Kraft Co Tremblant PTNRS
- Meaghan Barakett
Questions people ask
Does The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett Barakett Co Tremblant PTNRS (President), James Eckert Co Tremblant PTNRS (Secretary), Caroline Kraft Co Tremblant PTNRS (Treasurer) and Meaghan Barakett (Director).
What does The Brett & Meaghan Barakett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.