Josiah W Brown Trust
Preselected recipients only
Josiah W Brown Trust is a private foundation in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $32,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$32,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$32,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$697,274
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $31,000 | 1 | $625,498 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 1 | $658,665 |
| 2025 | $32,000 | 1 | $697,274 |
How to apply
Josiah W Brown Trust 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 Josiah W Brown Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 1 | $32,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Wolfeboro NH | College scholarships for wolfeboro residents | $32,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Roberts
- Edith Desmarais
- Kurt Devylder
Questions people ask
Does Josiah W Brown Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Josiah W Brown Trust give?
$32,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $32,000.
Who runs Josiah W Brown Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Roberts (Trustee), Edith Desmarais (Trustee) and Kurt Devylder (Trustee).
What does Josiah W Brown Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.