Brook Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brook Family Foundation is a private foundation in Norway, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $20,000. 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$72,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $100,500 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 | $100,500 | 30 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 18 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Brook Family 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 Brook Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 13 | $56,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $11,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Area Tech Center | Scholarship fund | $20,000 |
| Cancer Resource Center of Western Maine | Cancer wellness program | $5,000 |
| Harrison Food Bank | Community food pantry | $5,000 |
| Hebron Academy | Annual fund-unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Sponsor trailblazer challenge | $5,000 |
| NA Wolf Foundation | Wolf conservation | $5,000 |
| Pink Feather Foundation | Support for needy children | $3,000 |
| Worcester Center for the Performing Arts | Performing arts | $3,000 |
| Worcester County Horticulural Society | Community garden | $3,000 |
| Deertrees Theater | Performing arts | $2,500 |
| Ohmpa | Community theater donation | $2,500 |
| Sportsman Alliance of Maine | Outdoor education center | $2,500 |
| Starting Point | Domestic violence outreach | $2,500 |
| Long Hopes Donkey Shelter | Donkey rescue & rehabilitation | $2,000 |
| Maine Cancer Foundation | Tri for a cure sponsor | $2,000 |
| Mid-Maine Tech Center | Maine robotics team | $2,000 |
| Casco Public Library | Library programs | $1,000 |
| Riding to the Top Therapeutic | Therapy horses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul Brook
- Jennifer Brook
- Shirley Brook
- Nicholas Brook
- Anthony Brook
Questions people ask
Does Brook Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brook Family Foundation give?
$72,000 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Brook Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Paul Brook (Treasurer), Jennifer Brook (Director), Shirley Brook (President) and Nicholas Brook (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Brook Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.