Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc
Preselected recipients only
Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc is a private foundation in Far Hills, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $125,750 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $60,000. 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$125,750
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $150,695 the year before.
38% 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 | $102,357 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $150,695 | 11 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $125,750 | 8 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc 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 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $105,250 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,500 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Morristown Medical Center | General charitable purposes | $60,000 |
| Pingry School | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Brennan Giving Fund | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Vineyard Preservation Trust | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Captain Elias Giangrande Treasure Chest Foundation | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Vineyard Golf Club Foundation | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Christ the King Church | General charitable purposes | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Shawn M Brennan
- Erica R Brennan
- John O McManus
Questions people ask
Does Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc give?
$125,750 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Brennan Family Charitable Trust Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Shawn M Brennan (Trustee), Erica R Brennan (Trustee) and John O McManus (Trustee).