Morris Braun Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morris Braun Foundation is a private foundation in Evansville, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $139,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$139,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $155,500 the year before.
27% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $160,150 | 17 | $3.2 million |
| 2023 | $155,500 | 12 | $3.7 million |
| 2024 | $139,500 | 11 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Morris Braun 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 Morris Braun Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $79,500 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UNICEF USA | Program support | $50,000 |
| Mychal's Learning Place | Program support | $27,500 |
| Airport Marina Counseling Service | Program support | $12,000 |
| Wish Charter Schools | Program support | $12,000 |
| Parkinson Support & Wellness | Program support | $10,000 |
| The Richstone Family Center | Program support | $10,000 |
| Congregation Tikvat Jacob Beth Torah | Program support | $8,500 |
| Skirball Cultural Center | Program support | $6,000 |
| Optimist Club of Playa Vista | Program support | $1,500 |
| Walking Strong Inc | Program support | $1,000 |
| Be Seen Foundation | Program support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Old National Wealth Management
- Barbara Chyette
- Timothy G Carroll
Questions people ask
Does Morris Braun Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morris Braun Foundation give?
$139,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Morris Braun Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Old National Wealth Management (Co-Trustee), Barbara Chyette (Co-Trustee) and Timothy G Carroll (Co-Trustee).
What does Morris Braun Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.