Briarwood Farm Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Briarwood Farm Foundation is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $55,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$55,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,000 the year before.
73% 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 | $21,000 | 5 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Briarwood Farm 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 Briarwood Farm Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $24,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $18,000 |
| California | 2 | $8,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colby's Crew Rescue | Operating support | $15,000 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | Marvelous music program | $8,000 |
| Parks Foundation of Kalamazoo County | Arthur and mildred woollam nature preserve | $8,000 |
| Kalamazoo Country Day School | Operating support | $4,000 |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts | Ceramics department | $4,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Operating support | $4,000 |
| Scribble | Operating suppport | $4,000 |
| PBS Foundation | Operating support | $3,000 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Operating support | $2,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | Silver creek nature preserve | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Milton and helene hurricane relief | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Melvin
- George N Todd
- Elizabeth R Todd
- Clare K Todd
- Bradley E Weller
Questions people ask
Does Briarwood Farm Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Briarwood Farm Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Briarwood Farm Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James C Melvin (Secretary/Trustee), George N Todd (President/Trustee), Elizabeth R Todd (Vice President/Trustee) and Clare K Todd (Vice President/Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Briarwood Farm Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and human services.