The Brad Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brad Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,016 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $8,500. 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$20,016
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$8,500
- Assets$310,583
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was down from $62,009 the year before.
84% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $106,215 | 5 | $289,082 |
| 2023 | $62,009 | 11 | $318,414 |
| 2024 | $20,016 | 19 | $310,583 |
How to apply
The Brad 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 Brad Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York. It also paid $8,381 in 8 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $9,835 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,050 |
| Colorado | 1 | $400 |
| Georgia | 1 | $250 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Weill Cornell Medical College | Contribution Provided | $8,500 |
| Strabo Engineering | Contribution Provided | $5,000 |
| Public Broadcasting Service | Contribution Provided | $1,000 |
| Healing Venezuala | Contribution Provided | $718 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Contribution Provided | $700 |
| Sue Knight Brooks and Talks Ltd | Contribution Provided | $663 |
| UNFPA Women and Girls | Contribution Provided | $500 |
| Bard Prison Initiative | Contribution Provided | $500 |
| Axiium Education | Contribution Provided | $500 |
| Waves for Change | Contribution Provided | $500 |
| Compassion and Choices | Contribution Provided | $400 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Contribution Provided | $250 |
| Salvation Army | Contribution Provided | $200 |
| Aavaz Foundation | Contribution Provided | $135 |
| Syria Emergency Fund | Contribution Provided | $100 |
| Medecin Sans Frontieres | Contribution Provided | $100 |
| World Central Kitchen | Contribution Provided | $100 |
| Coalition for the Homeless | Contribution Provided | $100 |
| Proect Hope | Contribution Provided | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine V Downton
- Paul Roy
Questions people ask
Does The Brad Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brad Foundation give?
$20,016 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Brad Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Christine V Downton (President, Director) and Paul Roy (Secretary).
What does The Brad Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and housing and homelessness.