Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,500 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$129,500
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $111,000 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 | $115,000 | 31 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $111,000 | 28 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $129,500 | 28 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc 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 Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 19 | $108,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $7,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $4,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Mississippi | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fair St Louis Foundation | Program Support | $25,000 |
| St Joseph Institute for the Deaf | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Town & Country Historical Society | Program Support | $10,000 |
| Jazz St Louis | Program Support | $7,000 |
| World Pediatric Project | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Beyond Housing | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Forest Park Forever | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Belvedere Community Foundation | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Avenues Counseling | Program Support | $2,500 |
| StPeters Episcopal Church | Program Support | $2,500 |
| The Caregiver Club | Program Support | $2,500 |
| City Academy | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Tabor Academy | Program Support | $2,500 |
| University City Childrens Center | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Moms & Tots Samaritan House | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Proud Art St Louis | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Steamboat Art Museum | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Project Healing Waters | Program Support | $2,500 |
| St Louis Food Bank | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Missouri Veterans Endeavor | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Center of Creative Arts | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Almost Home | Program Support | $2,000 |
| Charlevoix Community Food Pantry | Program Support | $2,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | Program Support | $2,000 |
| Arts and Education Counsel | Program Support | $1,000 |
| St Louis Challenger | Program Support | $1,000 |
| University of Mississippi Foundation | Program Support | $1,000 |
| William Magee Center | Program Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Russell E Browning
- Russell E Browning Jr
- Dawn Christofferson
Questions people ask
Does Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc give?
$129,500 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Russell E Browning (President, Trustee), Russell E Browning Jr (Treasurer, Trustee) and Dawn Christofferson (Secretary, Trustee).
What does Russell E Browning Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and food and hunger.