Brugh Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Brugh Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $554,142 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $268,820. 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$554,142
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$268,820
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $278,939 the year before.
50% 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 | $715,810 | 11 | $8.8 million |
| 2024 | $278,939 | 5 | $9.0 million |
| 2025 | $554,142 | 8 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
Brugh Family 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 Brugh Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 2 | $278,820 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $150,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $115,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $322 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Big Sky Youth Empowerment | General support | $268,820 |
| Fidelity Charitable | Contributions for charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Children's TherAplay | Daily operations | $100,000 |
| CM Russell Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Indiana Youth Services Association | Make Good Decisions Initiative | $10,000 |
| Kansas City Clay Guild | General support | $10,000 |
| St Mary's Child Center | Support childhood initiatives | $5,000 |
| Giveorg | General support | $322 |
Officers and trustees
- Michelle Brugh
- Kelsie Herron
- Tara Brugh
- Nicolaus Brugh
- Timothy Brugh
Questions people ask
Does Brugh Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brugh Family Foundation Inc give?
$554,142 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Brugh Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Michelle Brugh (President), Kelsie Herron (Director), Tara Brugh (Director) and Nicolaus Brugh (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Brugh Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.