Brinkley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brinkley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Towson, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $302,290 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$302,290
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,950 the year before.
75% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $102,950 | 18 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $117,950 | 14 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $302,290 | 20 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Brinkley 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 Brinkley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 10 | $242,260 |
| New York | 1 | $23,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $16,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $11,030 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Central MD | To further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| The Family Tree | To further the exempt purpose | $32,000 |
| Business Vol MD | To further the exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Ncia Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Alzheimers Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $23,000 |
| BRSF Blakehurst Schol | To further the exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Church of Good Shepherd | To further the exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Alzheimers Association | To further the exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The College of William & Mary | To further the exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Cato Institute | To further the exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| William & Mary Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Academy for the Afta | To further the exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Blakehurst Residents Scholarship Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| St Marthas Epis Church | To further the exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | To further the exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Helping Up Mission | To further the exempt purpose | $1,010 |
| Sigma Alpha Epsilon | To further the exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $750 |
| AARP | To further the exempt purpose | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- James Brinkley
- Dana Brinkley
- Douglas Brinkley
Questions people ask
Does Brinkley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brinkley Family Foundation give?
$302,290 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Brinkley Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Brinkley (Trustee), Dana Brinkley (Trustee) and Douglas Brinkley (Trustee).
What does Brinkley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.