The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $22.7 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $11.3 million and the largest $22.7 million. 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$22.7 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$11.3 million
- Largest grant$22.7 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $873,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $802,194 | 2 | $20.9 million |
| 2024 | $873,500 | 4 | $0 |
| 2025 | $22.7 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
The Robert Brunner Foundation 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.
What The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Illinois. It also paid $22.7 million in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maison de LEnfant Jesus | Assistance to the private Catholic entity's operations and annual budget as the Foundation sold its investments and made a final contribution to the non-profit that they have been funding since its inception. The Foundation liquidation date as approved by New York State was September 30, 2025. According, this is the final return as of that date. | $22.7 million |
| Cusa Inc | Final Financial Assistance from the Foundation to charity | $12,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joan L Donnelly
- Eugene C Rainis
- Patrick Bonnewyn
- Cecile Bonnewyn
- Joseph Donlan
- Donald Guarino
Questions people ask
Does The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc give?
$22.7 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $11.3 million.
Who runs The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Joan L Donnelly (Vice President), Eugene C Rainis (President), Patrick Bonnewyn (Director) and Cecile Bonnewyn (Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert Brunner Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.