Brown Tassell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brown Tassell Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $251,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$251,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $231,500 the year before.
29% 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 | $220,000 | 29 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $231,500 | 27 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $251,000 | 35 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Brown Tassell 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 Brown Tassell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 31 | $216,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Corewell Health Foundation | Operating | $50,000 |
| Saint Mary's Foundation | Operating | $20,000 |
| Helen Devos Children's Hospital | Operating | $20,000 |
| Pine Rest | Operating | $15,000 |
| Mel Trotter Ministries | Operating | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Operating | $10,000 |
| World Mission | Operating | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Tower Foundation | Operating | $10,000 |
| Michigan Veterans Home | Operating | $10,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Operating | $10,000 |
| St Jude Childrens's Research Hospit | Operating | $10,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of West Mi | Operating | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | Operating | $5,000 |
| Ironman Foundation | Operating | $5,000 |
| Hope Network | Operating | $4,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operating | $4,000 |
| Humane Soceity | Operating | $4,000 |
| Feeding America | Operating | $4,000 |
| Covenant House Michigan | Operating | $4,000 |
| Special Olympics of Michigan | Operating | $3,000 |
| Kid's Food Basket | Operating | $3,000 |
| Paws With A Cause | Operating | $3,000 |
| Literacy Center of West Mi | Operating | $3,000 |
| Faith Hospice | Operating | $3,000 |
| Ele's Place - West Michigan | Operating | $3,000 |
| Pleasant Hearts Pet Food Pantry | Operating | $3,000 |
| Da Blodget for Children | Operating | $2,000 |
| Hospice of West Michigan | Operating | $2,000 |
| Exodus Place | Operating | $2,000 |
| Emmanuel Hospice | Operating | $2,000 |
| Clark Foundation | Operating | $2,000 |
| Parkinson's Association of West Mic | Operating | $2,000 |
| Alpha Women's Center | Operating | $2,000 |
| Down Syndrome Association of Wm | Operating | $2,000 |
| Harbor Human Soceity | Operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn Tassell Brown
- Mark A Brown
- Donald E Tassell
- Robert Tassell
Questions people ask
Does Brown Tassell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brown Tassell Foundation give?
$251,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Brown Tassell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carolyn Tassell Brown (President), Mark A Brown (Trustee), Donald E Tassell (Trustee) and Robert Tassell (Trustee).
What does Brown Tassell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.