The Brennan Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Brennan Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Palos Heights, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,304 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,072 and the largest $29,613. 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$78,304
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,072
- Largest grant$29,613
- Assets$231,582
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $68,725 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $65,164 | 17 | $502,572 |
| 2024 | $68,725 | 16 | $562,925 |
| 2025 | $78,304 | 12 | $231,582 |
How to apply
The Brennan Family Charitable Trust 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 Brennan Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 9 | $68,150 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,750 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,045 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marist High School | Unrestricted contribution | $29,613 |
| Cara Program | Unrestricted contribution | $23,700 |
| Marquette Law School | Unrestricted contribution | $5,000 |
| St Alexander Church | Unrestricted contribution | $4,209 |
| Irish American Partnership | Unrestricted contribution | $3,750 |
| Bellarmine Jesuit Retreat House | Unrestricted contribution | $2,100 |
| Individual | Unristricted contribution | $2,045 |
| Pathlights | Unrestricted contribution | $1,010 |
| Individual | Unrestricted contribution | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted contribution | $1,000 |
| Miscericorida | Unrestricted contribution | $518 |
| National Park Foundation | Unrestricted contribution | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Brennan
- Victoria Brennan
Questions people ask
Does The Brennan Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brennan Family Charitable Trust give?
$78,304 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,072.
Who runs The Brennan Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Brennan (Trustee) and Victoria Brennan (Trustee).
What does The Brennan Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.