Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation is a private foundation in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $249,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $16,250 and the largest $60,000. 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$249,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$16,250
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $222,087 the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $222,087 | 14 | $6.5 million |
| 2024 | $249,000 | 12 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
Michael and Laura Brader-Araje 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 Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 10 | $234,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill-Carrboro Children's Museum DBA Kidzu Children's Museum | Support hands-on children's museum | $60,000 |
| UNC Health Foundation | Support unc school of medicince and unc health care | $50,000 |
| Wunc Radio | Support public radio | $30,000 |
| Lillian's List Foundation | Support the training of women interested in public office | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood - South Atlantic | Support the improvement of women's health and welfare | $20,000 |
| Morehead Planetarium & Science Center | Support science education | $17,500 |
| Triangle Ultimate | Supporting the comunity by emphasizing accessibiity, relationships, and engagement through learning, playing, and teaching the sport of ultimate in the triangle region of north carolina. | $15,000 |
| Duke University | Support the fresh produce program in improving community health | $12,000 |
| Lafayette College | Support higher education | $10,000 |
| Elon University | Support philanthropic involvement and education at elon university | $7,500 |
| Just Tryan It | Support families whose children have been diagnosed with cancer | $5,000 |
| DTH Media Corp | Support student academic experience by publishing a university community newspaper | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Brader-Araje
- Laura Brader-Araje
Questions people ask
Does Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation give?
$249,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $16,250.
Who runs Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Brader-Araje (President/Secretary) and Laura Brader-Araje (Vice President/Treasurer).
What does Michael and Laura Brader-Araje Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.