Brown Monson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brown Monson Foundation is a private foundation in Auburn, New Hampshire. In tax year 2024 it gave $175,875 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $4,750 and the largest $62,100. 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$175,875
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$4,750
- Largest grant$62,100
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $174,100 the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $174,100 | 24 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $175,875 | 18 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Brown Monson 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 Brown Monson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 2 | $87,100 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $26,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $7,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,275 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Valley Music Festival | Annual fund | $62,100 |
| St Luke's Wood River Foundation | Pediatric fund | $25,000 |
| Wildlife Heritage Foundation of NH | General | $20,000 |
| Natural Dharma Fellowship | Campaign for phase iii - renov proj | $15,000 |
| Conservation Force | General | $10,000 |
| Safari Club International Found | General | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General | $5,000 |
| Carleton College | General | $5,000 |
| Michigan Law School | General | $5,000 |
| Home Health and Hospice | General | $4,500 |
| Blaine County Wildlife Museum | General | $2,500 |
| Catalyst Schools | General | $2,500 |
| The Kehrein Center for the Arts | General | $2,500 |
| UCSF Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Apollo Chorus Group of Chicago | General | $1,500 |
| Manchester Community Theater Player | Fund | $1,500 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | General | $1,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Foundation | General | $275 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan B Monson
- John R Monson
Questions people ask
Does Brown Monson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brown Monson Foundation give?
$175,875 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $4,750.
Who runs Brown Monson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan B Monson (President) and John R Monson (Treasurer).
What does Brown Monson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and health.