Philbrook Charitable Corporation
Preselected recipients only
Philbrook Charitable Corporation is a private foundation in Island Falls, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$55,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$394,386
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $23,500 | 1 | $302,998 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $368,061 |
| 2025 | $55,000 | 1 | $394,386 |
How to apply
Philbrook Charitable Corporation 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 Philbrook Charitable Corporation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Houlton Christian Academy | Contribution | $55,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vernon Philbrook
- Roanne Philbrook
- Joel Philbrook
- Meredith Philbrook
Questions people ask
Does Philbrook Charitable Corporation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Philbrook Charitable Corporation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs Philbrook Charitable Corporation?
Its 2025 filing lists Vernon Philbrook (Trustee), Roanne Philbrook (Trustee), Joel Philbrook (Trustee) and Meredith Philbrook (Trustee).
What does Philbrook Charitable Corporation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.