Adele Braun Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adele Braun Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.7 million in 28 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $800,000. 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$4.7 million
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$78.3 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.7 million the year before.
18% 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 | $3.0 million | 25 | $60.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 24 | $70.9 million |
| 2025 | $4.7 million | 28 | $78.3 million |
How to apply
Adele Braun Charitable 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 Adele Braun Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 17 | $2.3 million |
| Michigan | 4 | $720,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $75,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Urban League of St Louis | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $800,000 |
| Munson Health Care Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $620,000 |
| Grayson - Jockey Club Research Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $500,000 |
| Focus Marines Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $500,000 |
| The Women's Bakery | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $500,000 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $500,000 |
| Science Coach Bio STL | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $250,000 |
| Access Academies | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $200,000 |
| Danforth Plant Science Center | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $150,000 |
| Starkloff Disability Institute | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Queen of Peace Center | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Paraquad | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Home Sweet Home | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Little Traverse Conservancy | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Little Bit Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Fern House - Resdential Rehabilitation for Men | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $50,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $48,000 |
| Equine Rescue & Adoption Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Saratoga Warhorse Foundation | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Crooked Tree Arts Center | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Churchill Center & School | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Charleviox Cty Comm Foundation for Belvedere Scholarship Fund | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Girls Inc | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $25,000 |
| Magic House | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $10,000 |
| Animal Protection Association | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Central Illinois | For general charitable purposes of the organization | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adele Dilschneider
- John Olin Killgore
- Georgey Killgore Herron
Questions people ask
Does Adele Braun Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adele Braun Charitable Foundation give?
$4.7 million in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Adele Braun Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Adele Dilschneider (Trustee), John Olin Killgore (Trustee) and Georgey Killgore Herron (Trustee).
What does Adele Braun Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.