Himan Brown Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Himan Brown Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.2 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.6 million. 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$5.2 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.6 million
- Assets$90.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.9 million the year before.
21% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5.9 million | 46 | $94.5 million |
| 2023 | $5.9 million | 50 | $99.5 million |
| 2024 | $5.2 million | 37 | $90.5 million |
How to apply
Himan Brown Charitable 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 Himan Brown Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 28 | $4.1 million |
| Florida | 3 | $650,000 |
| California | 1 | $185,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- Richard L Kay
Questions people ask
Does Himan Brown Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Himan Brown Charitable Trust give?
$5.2 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Himan Brown Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard L Kay (Trustee).
What does Himan Brown Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.