Bryant Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Bryant Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,187 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $2,000. 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$17,187
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$13,590
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $25,037 the year before.
60% 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 | $26,215 | 46 | $11,773 |
| 2024 | $25,037 | 40 | $15,375 |
| 2025 | $17,187 | 43 | $13,590 |
How to apply
Bryant 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 Bryant Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 26 | $11,568 |
| Illinois | 5 | $2,969 |
| Colorado | 2 | $650 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $300 |
| California | 1 | $300 |
| New York | 1 | $300 |
| Utah | 1 | $300 |
| Alaska | 1 | $250 |
| Oregon | 1 | $200 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hacap | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Iowa Public Radio | Educational | $1,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Medical | $1,369 |
| Morning Sun Ambulance | Medical | $1,000 |
| Catherine McCauley Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| United Way of Eastern Iowa | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Iowa Public Television | Educational | $1,000 |
| Community Free Health Clinic | Medical | $1,000 |
| Infant Welfare Society of Chicago | Charitable | $750 |
| First Lutheran Church | Religious | $450 |
| Colorado Gives 365 | Charitable | $400 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $300 |
| California Fire Foundation | Charitable | $300 |
| Ill Coalition for Immigrant and Ref | Charitable | $300 |
| Individual | Medical | $300 |
| Childrens Miracle Network Hospital | Charitable | $300 |
| Iowa Bicycle Association | Educational | $250 |
| Blood Bank of Alaska | Medical | $250 |
| Alzheimers Association | Medical | $250 |
| Brucemore Inc | Educational | $250 |
| Waypoint | Charitable | $250 |
| USA Cycling Foundation | Educational | $250 |
| Linn County Trails Assn | Charitable | $200 |
| Des Moines Area Religious Council | Charitable | $200 |
| Iowa City School District Foundatio | Educational | $200 |
| Backline Care Inc | Medical | $200 |
| Yss | Charitable | $200 |
| National Park Foundation | Government | $200 |
| Kirkwood Foundation | Educational | $200 |
| Sauk County Humane Society | Charitable | $200 |
| The Iowa Citizens Action Network FD | Educational | $150 |
| Bethel Baptist Church | Religious | $150 |
| Wikimedia | Educational | $100 |
| Kennedy High School | Educational | $100 |
| Hope Ministries | Religious | $100 |
| Mercy Foundation | Medical | $100 |
| Individual | Medical | $100 |
| Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation | Educational | $100 |
| Wilton Alumni Association | Educational | $60 |
| Individual | Charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Bryant
- Judith A Bryant
Questions people ask
Does Bryant Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bryant Foundation Inc give?
$17,187 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Bryant Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John D Bryant (President & Treasurer) and Judith A Bryant (Vice President & Secretary).
What does Bryant Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.