Brandenburg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brandenburg Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $485,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $246,500. 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$485,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$246,500
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $278,250 the year before.
73% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $278,250 | 6 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $485,500 | 15 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Brandenburg 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 Brandenburg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 14 | $484,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Make A Wish | Life changing wishes for children with critical illness | $246,500 |
| Beat the Streets Clevelnd | To support wrestling opportunities for the under priviledged youth within cleveland | $50,000 |
| First Tee Cleveland | To support golf opportunities for the under priviledged youth within cleveland | $50,000 |
| Julie Billiart Schools | K-8 schools that nurture and empower students with learning differences | $30,000 |
| Lake Erie Council Boy Scouts of America | To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scouth oath and law | $30,000 |
| Edge Tactical Foundation | Supports law enforcement agencies | $25,000 |
| Spirit of America Foundation | To support sailing opportunities for the under priviledged youth within cleveland | $10,000 |
| Business Advisers of Cleveland | To support entrepreneurship within cleveland | $10,000 |
| Uh Rainbow Babie's and Childrens Hospital | Assist in the life saving care provided to children within the cleveland area | $10,000 |
| Sentinel Foundation | To counter child exploitation and trafficking | $10,000 |
| Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital | Assist in the life saving care provided to children within the cleveland area | $5,500 |
| Outrun Ovarian Cancer | To support cancer research specific to ovarian cancer | $5,000 |
| Nicole Martorello | Memorial lemons of love for angelo | $2,000 |
| Hockey for Heroes | To support local hockey initiatives for youth | $1,000 |
| Zsimos Giatis | To support national wrestling | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kim Brandenburg
- Bo Brandenburg
- Matt Brandenburg
- Jane Brandenburg
- Kurt Brandenburg
Questions people ask
Does Brandenburg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brandenburg Foundation give?
$485,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Brandenburg Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kim Brandenburg (Trustee), Bo Brandenburg (Trustee), Matt Brandenburg (Trustee) and Jane Brandenburg (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Brandenburg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.