Bruggen Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bruggen Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Granger, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $95,000 and the largest $587,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.4 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$95,000
- Largest grant$587,500
- Assets$102 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.9 million the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $5.9 million | 12 | $90.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 18 | $102 million |
How to apply
Bruggen Foundation Inc 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 Bruggen Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $708,500 |
| Indiana | 3 | $656,750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $317,455 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $270,147 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $232,435 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $90,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame University | Educational | $587,500 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Charitable | $317,455 |
| Catholic Charities of Southwest Ohio | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Love Without Boundaries | Charitable | $232,435 |
| Kenya Works Inc | Charitable | $170,147 |
| Strategies to End Homelessness | Charitable | $160,000 |
| Andean Health and Development | Medical | $100,000 |
| Edesia Inc | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Onesky | Charitable | $90,000 |
| Dismas House of Indiana Inc | Charitable | $57,250 |
| Comboni Missionaries of the Heart of Jesus | Charitable | $40,000 |
| People Working Cooperatively | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Clovernook Center for the Blind | Charitable | $36,500 |
| Changing Gears | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Happen Inc | Charitable | $27,000 |
| Churches Active in Northside - Cain | Religious | $25,000 |
| Village to Village International | Charitable | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Joines
- Connie V Joines
- Brian M Joines
- Jeffery A Joines
- Kelly J Conner
- Ashley M Joines
- Emily K Joines
- Grace A Joines
- Logan Conner
Questions people ask
Does Bruggen Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bruggen Foundation Inc give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $95,000.
Who runs Bruggen Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael A Joines (Co-Chairperson), Connie V Joines (Co-Chairperson), Brian M Joines (Secretary) and Jeffery A Joines (Treasurer) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Bruggen Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and international.