Bray Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bray Family Foundation is a private foundation in Brigantine, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $313,494 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $289,721. 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$313,494
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$289,721
- Assets$0
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,444 the year before.
25% 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 | $13,444 | 7 | $316,554 |
| 2024 | $313,494 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Bray Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 3 | $303,594 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,700 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $600 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bray Family Fund | Grant making | $289,721 |
| Bray Family Fund | Grant making | $12,473 |
| American Association of Orthodontists Foundation | Operations | $5,000 |
| Big Life Foundation | Operations | $2,700 |
| Real Partners Uganda | Operations | $1,400 |
| Ocean Research & Conservation Association | Operations | $1,200 |
| Whyy | Operations | $600 |
| Wounded Warrior | Operations | $300 |
| Youth for Understanding USA | Operations | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert James Bray
- Ryan Scott Bray
- Michael Shawn Bray
Questions people ask
Does Bray Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bray Family Foundation give?
$313,494 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs Bray Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert James Bray (Trustee), Ryan Scott Bray (Trustee) and Michael Shawn Bray (Trustee).