John and Susan Brands Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Susan Brands Foundation is a private foundation in Weldon Spring, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $128,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$128,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was down from $185,000 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $206,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $185,000 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $128,000 | 9 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
John and Susan Brands 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 Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 6 | $98,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy Health Foundation | General support | $55,000 |
| Stray Dog Theatre | General support | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General support | $20,000 |
| St Louis Area Foodbank | General support | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General support | $5,000 |
| Lucky K9 Rescue | General support | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General support | $5,000 |
| Wichita Korean Baptist Church | General support | $5,000 |
| Wild Bird Rehab | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Brands
- Susan Brands
Questions people ask
Does John and Susan Brands Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Susan Brands Foundation give?
$128,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs John and Susan Brands Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Brands (Trustee) and Susan Brands (Trustee).