Bravo Alpha Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bravo Alpha Foundation is a private foundation in New Bern, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $2,500. 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$2,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,000 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $32,435 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $9,590 |
| 2025 | $2,500 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Bravo Alpha 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bravo Alpha Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Band of Runners | Scholarships for veteran trail runs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Canestorp
Questions people ask
Does Bravo Alpha Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bravo Alpha Foundation give?
$2,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bravo Alpha Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary Canestorp (Director).
What does Bravo Alpha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and veterans.