Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $292,846 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $43,000. 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$292,846
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$43,000
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $43,487 | 5 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $106,000 | 5 | $15.3 million |
| 2025 | $292,846 | 23 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
Germaine Hope Brennan 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 Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 16 | $181,437 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $42,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $40,000 |
| Nevada | 2 | $13,585 |
| Georgia | 2 | $13,250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,074 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Pietra Hawaii School for Girls | Unrestricted Gift | $43,000 |
| Duke University | Unrestricted Gift | $42,500 |
| University of Michigan | Unrestricted Gift | $40,000 |
| University of Hawaii School of Law | Unrestricted Gift | $25,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Culinary Scholarship | $25,000 |
| Hawaii Symphony Orchestra | Unrestricted Gift | $25,000 |
| Hanahaui'oli School | Unrestricted Gift | $19,822 |
| Individual | Unrestricted Gift | $19,000 |
| Emory University | Unrestricted Gift | $13,000 |
| University of Navada Las Vegas | Unrestricted Gift | $10,835 |
| Ke'elikolani Middle School | Unrestricted Gift | $7,000 |
| Punahou School | Unrestricted Gift | $5,500 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Unrestricted Gift | $5,000 |
| University of Nevada - Reno | Unrestricted Gift | $2,750 |
| Individual | Unrestricted Gift | $2,500 |
| NAACP Foundation | Unrestricted Gift | $2,074 |
| Boys Girls Club of Hawaii | Unrestricted Gift | $1,000 |
| The Outdoor Circle | Unrestricted Gift | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted Gift | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted Gift | $1,000 |
| Honolulu Museum of Art | Unrestricted Gift | $365 |
| Straub Foundation | Unrestricted Gift | $250 |
| Lewy Body Dementia Association Inc | Unrestricted Gift | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Elliot H Loden
- Michelle Slentz
Questions people ask
Does Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation give?
$292,846 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elliot H Loden (Trustee) and Michelle Slentz (Trustee).
What does Germaine Hope Brennan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.