Bryan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bryan Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,500. 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$18,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$364,241
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,000 the year before.
46% of its 2025 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 | $13,000 | 11 | $302,412 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 9 | $345,430 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 13 | $364,241 |
How to apply
Bryan 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 9 | $9,250 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fields of Boyne City | Charitable work | $3,500 |
| Young Life of Boyne City | Charitable work | $3,000 |
| Nazareth Academy | Charitable work | $3,000 |
| The Healing Center | Charitable work | $2,250 |
| First United Methodist Church | Charitable work | $2,000 |
| Oasis for the Visually Impaired | Charitable work | $1,500 |
| Petoskeyharbor Springs Foundation | Charitable work | $500 |
| Casa of Kent County | Charitable work | $500 |
| St Roberts of Newminister | Charitable work | $500 |
| Individual | Charitable work | $500 |
| Junior League of Grand Rapids | Charitable work | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | Charitable work | $250 |
| Individual | Charitable work | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Antoinette Knape
- Jeffrey Bradford
- Hilary Klepadlo
- Garth P Bryan
- Mark Bryan
- Janet Bryan
- Trevor Bryan
- Cindy Bryan
- Janet Milos
- Kevin Milos
- Shawn Milos
- Pete Knape
- Julie Bradford
Questions people ask
Does Bryan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bryan Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Bryan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Antoinette Knape (President), Jeffrey Bradford (Vice Preside), Hilary Klepadlo (Secretary) and Garth P Bryan (Cfo) among 13 officers and trustees.