Brett D Begemann Fdn
Preselected recipients only
Brett D Begemann Fdn is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $460,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$460,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $410,000 the year before.
11% 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 | $415,000 | 8 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $410,000 | 9 | $10.4 million |
| 2025 | $460,000 | 9 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
Brett D Begemann Fdn 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 Brett D Begemann Fdn funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 8 | $410,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri | Unrestricted general | $150,000 |
| Donald Danforth Plant Science Center | Unrestricted general | $75,000 |
| Washington University | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| National FFA Foundation Inc | Unrestricted general | $50,000 |
| Kidsmart | Unrestricted general | $40,000 |
| Guardian Angel Settlement Association | Unrestricted general | $35,000 |
| United Way of Greater St Louis Inc | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Operation Food Search | Unrestricted general | $25,000 |
| Curators of the University of Missouri | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brett D Begemann
- James A Begemann
- Patricia M Talleur
- Matthew B Begemann
Questions people ask
Does Brett D Begemann Fdn accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brett D Begemann Fdn give?
$460,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs Brett D Begemann Fdn?
Its 2025 filing lists Brett D Begemann (Director/Pres), James A Begemann (Director/V Pres), Patricia M Talleur (Director/Sec) and Matthew B Begemann (Director/Treas).
What does Brett D Begemann Fdn fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.