The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.3 million in 21 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $700,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.3 million
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$151 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2023 was up from $494,739 the year before.
57% of its 2023 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 | $494,739 | 23 | $9.0 million |
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 21 | $151 million |
How to apply
The Roxanne and Henry Brandt 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 Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $810,000 |
| New York | 13 | $242,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $125,000 |
| California | 1 | $55,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $28,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $20,500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Dream US | General use of the donee | $700,000 |
| World Bicycle Relief | General use of the donee | $125,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | General use of the donee | $120,000 |
| Modern Classrooms | General use of the donee | $110,000 |
| Solve Mecfs Initiative | General use of the donee | $55,000 |
| Star Institute for SPD | General use of the donee | $28,000 |
| Transportation Alternatives | General use of the donee | $25,000 |
| Hudson Highlands Land Trust | General use of the donee | $20,000 |
| Prelude Opera - Opera for Children | General use of the donee | $19,000 |
| Christadora | General use of the donee | $15,000 |
| Community Fdn Eastern CT | General use of the donee | $15,000 |
| Mobilization for Justice | General use of the donee | $15,000 |
| Ashokan Center | General use of the donee | $7,500 |
| City Harvest | General use of the donee | $7,500 |
| Committee to Protect Journalists | General use of the donee | $5,000 |
| Maccurdy Salisbury Foundation | General use of the donee | $5,000 |
| Nieman Foundation | General use of the donee | $3,000 |
| Cdny Country Dance New York | General use of the donee | $2,500 |
| Early Childhood Puppet Theatre | General use of the donee | $1,500 |
| Parks and Trails Ny | General use of the donee | $1,000 |
| Florence Griswold Museum | General use of the donee | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Arman Gokgol-Kline
- Jonathan Brandt
- Maureen Slattery
- William Pan
- David Yassky
Questions people ask
Does The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2023, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Arman Gokgol-Kline (President), Jonathan Brandt (Treasurer), Maureen Slattery (Secretary) and William Pan (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Roxanne and Henry Brandt Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.