The Braewold Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Braewold Fund is a private foundation in Sheridan, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $495,293 in 73 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$495,293
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $455,827 the year before.
32% 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 | $251,509 | 101 | $11.0 million |
| 2024 | $455,827 | 103 | $12.4 million |
| 2025 | $495,293 | 73 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
The Braewold Fund 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 The Braewold Fund funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $63,400 in 14 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $306,500 |
| Montana | 34 | $91,293 |
| New York | 5 | $9,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $6,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1,600 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Haverford College | Various | $100,000 |
| Bryn Mawr College | Various | $100,000 |
| Afsc | Various | $100,000 |
| Yellowstone Boys & Girls Foundation | Various | $20,000 |
| Reach Higher Montana | Various | $12,000 |
| Twin Bridges School & Community Foundation | Various | $8,500 |
| Anglican Movement | Various | $8,074 |
| Malaghan Institute | Various | $7,450 |
| East Coast Rural Support Trust | Various | $7,425 |
| Peter Lang Trust | Various | $7,425 |
| Westtown School | Various | $6,500 |
| Ruby Habitat Foundation | Various | $6,193 |
| Ms of New Zealand | Various | $5,712 |
| Madison Jefferson 4-H | Various | $5,100 |
| Andy Irons Foundation | Various | $5,000 |
| Lincoln-Dryland Legume Research - Moot | Various | $5,000 |
| Teatown Lake Reservation | Various | $5,000 |
| The Catwalk Trust | Various | $4,967 |
| Life Flight Trust Wellington | Various | $4,967 |
| Hockey Turf | Various | $4,625 |
| Meet the Need | Various | $4,000 |
| Ruby Valley Hospital Foundation | Various | $3,500 |
| Wellington Free Ambulance | Various | $3,477 |
| Madison County Fairground Foundation | Various | $3,000 |
| Big Hearts Under the Big Sky | Various | $3,000 |
| Ruby Valley FFA Alumni | Various | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army Intermountain Divisional Headquarters | Various | $2,500 |
| Upper Canyon Outreach | Various | $2,500 |
| Sheridan Athletic Booster | Various | $2,500 |
| Cutting Fences Foundation | Various | $2,000 |
| PDK Foundation | Various | $2,000 |
| Ruby Valley Search & Rescue | Various | $2,000 |
| The Bhutan Foundation | Various | $2,000 |
| Ruby Valley Food Pantry | Various | $2,000 |
| Project Mirador Foundation | Various | $2,000 |
| Mt Kisco Child Care Center | Various | $2,000 |
| Trustees of Phillips Academy | Various | $1,500 |
| Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation | Various | $1,500 |
| Firewood Bank of the Ruby Valley | Various | $1,500 |
| Dartmouth College | Various | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James Wood
- Stephen Wood
- Sarah Wood Crofoot
Questions people ask
Does The Braewold Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Braewold Fund give?
$495,293 in tax year 2025, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Braewold Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists James Wood (Trustee), Stephen Wood (Trustee) and Sarah Wood Crofoot (Trustee).
What does The Braewold Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.