Brady Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brady Foundation is a private foundation in Billings, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $410,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $150,000. 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$410,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$10.1 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $162,000 the year before.
64% of its 2024 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 | $162,000 | 6 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $410,000 | 14 | $10.1 million |
How to apply
Brady 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 Brady Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Arizona | 5 | $110,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $35,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $30,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $20,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Central Kitchen | General fund | $150,000 |
| Honor Health Foundation | Brady nursing scholarship | $60,000 |
| American Red Cross | General fund | $50,000 |
| St John Paul II Catholic Church | General fund | $25,000 |
| Salvation Army | Food distribution center | $20,000 |
| The Society of St Vincent de Paul | General fund | $20,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General fund | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General fund | $10,000 |
| De la Salle Blackfeet School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Church | General fund | $10,000 |
| Justa Center | General fund | $10,000 |
| Marquette Catholic School | General fund | $10,000 |
| NPH USA | General fund | $10,000 |
| St John Vianney Catholic Church | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine Vincent
- Kerry B Vincent
Questions people ask
Does Brady Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brady Foundation give?
$410,000 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Brady Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine Vincent (Director) and Kerry B Vincent (Director).
What does Brady Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.