The Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Camden, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $500,600 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500,000. 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$500,600
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $662,075 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $610,767 | 7 | $11.3 million |
| 2023 | $662,075 | 7 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $500,600 | 3 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
The Brown 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 The Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $500,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cooper Foundation | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Longport Scholarship Fund | Charitable | $500 |
| American Federation of Police & Concerned Citizens | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Irwin J Brown
- Sidney R Brown
- Jeffrey S Brown
- Anne E Koons
Questions people ask
Does The Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brown Foundation give?
$500,600 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Brown Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Irwin J Brown (Trustee), Sidney R Brown (Trustee), Jeffrey S Brown (Trustee) and Anne E Koons (Trustee).
What does The Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.