Will Bracken Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Will Bracken Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $139,150 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $40,150. 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$139,150
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$40,150
- Assets$462,063
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $158,600 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $158,600 | 32 | $535,422 |
| 2024 | $139,150 | 43 | $462,063 |
How to apply
Will Bracken 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 Will Bracken Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 36 | $126,050 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $2,150 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Orchestra | To provide for operations | $40,150 |
| Carleton College | To provide for operations | $25,000 |
| Macphail Center for Music | To provide for operations | $20,000 |
| Beacon | To provide for operations | $10,000 |
| Wild & Free Foundation | To provide for operations | $10,000 |
| Guthrie Theater | To provide for operations | $7,500 |
| Minnesota Opera | To provide for operations | $6,500 |
| Vocal Essence | To provide for operations | $6,000 |
| Alight | To provide for operations | $2,000 |
| Old Art Building Leelanau Community Cultural Center | To provide for operations | $2,000 |
| Mill City Commons | To provide for operations | $1,000 |
| MPR | To provide for operations | $1,000 |
| The Advocates for Human Rights | To provide for operations | $1,000 |
| Twin Cities Rise | To provide for operations | $1,000 |
| Heifer International | To provide for operations | $500 |
| United Theological Seminary | To provide for operations | $500 |
| Bell Museum | To provide for operations | $400 |
| Northside Achievement Zone | To provide for operations | $400 |
| One Village Partners | To provide for operations | $400 |
| TPT | To provide for operations | $300 |
| Los Campos | To provide for operations | $250 |
| Friends of the Minnesota Orchestra | To provide for operations | $250 |
| League of American Orchestras | To provide for operations | $250 |
| Minnetrista Baptist Church | To provide for operations | $200 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To provide for operations | $200 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | To provide for operations | $200 |
| Minnesota Land Trust | To provide for operations | $200 |
| YWCA | To provide for operations | $200 |
| Leelanau Conservancy | To provide for operations | $150 |
| Mill City Farmers Market | To provide for operations | $150 |
| Minn Post | To provide for operations | $150 |
| Project Success | To provide for operations | $150 |
| World Savvy | To provide for operations | $150 |
| American Composers Forum | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Border Partners | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Citizens League | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Compassion & Choices | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Global Minnesota | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphonies | To provide for operations | $100 |
| Pacer | To provide for operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- William M Bracken
- Margaret Bracken
Questions people ask
Does Will Bracken Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Will Bracken Family Foundation give?
$139,150 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Will Bracken Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William M Bracken (President/Treasurer) and Margaret Bracken (Vice Pres/Secretary).
What does Will Bracken Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.