R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Barnesville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$172,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $138,535 the year before.
24% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,050 | 26 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $138,535 | 26 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $172,000 | 30 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
R Edwin and WS Brown 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 R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 21 | $134,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $14,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $9,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Peters Church | General | $30,000 |
| Barnesville School | Scholarship | $22,000 |
| Wumco | General | $15,000 |
| Lions Club Foundation | General | $14,000 |
| Riverworks Art Center | General | $12,000 |
| Upper Montgomery County Fire Dept | Pavillion Renovation | $10,000 |
| Holy Cross Health Foundation | Comm Based Health Program | $7,000 |
| Poolesville Area Senior Center | Activities for Senior Citizens | $7,000 |
| Individual | General | $5,000 |
| Randolph Macon Academy | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Monocacy Lions Club | General | $5,000 |
| National Vietnam War Museum | General | $4,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General research treatment | $4,000 |
| Miracle 4 Melanie | General | $3,500 |
| Historic Medley District Inc | General | $3,000 |
| Poolesville Presbyterian Church | General | $3,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,500 |
| Individual | General | $2,000 |
| Individual | General | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General | $2,000 |
| Community Farm Share | General | $2,000 |
| Ducks Inc | General | $2,000 |
| Church of the Redeemer | General | $1,500 |
| Sugarloaf Citizens Association Inc | General | $1,500 |
| Providence Volunteer Fire Dept | General | $1,500 |
| Frederick Rescue Mission | General | $1,500 |
| Holton Arms School | General | $1,500 |
| American Heart Association | Grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| St Marys Catholic Church | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Herb Brown
Questions people ask
Does R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation give?
$172,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Herb Brown (Director).
What does R Edwin and WS Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.