The Brocker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Brocker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Austintown, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$43.6 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $456,600 the year before.
37% of its 2025 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 | $368,555 | 31 | $18.3 million |
| 2024 | $456,600 | 33 | $37.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 51 | $43.6 million |
How to apply
The Brocker 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 Brocker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $345,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $210,000 |
| Arizona | 3 | $145,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $145,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $140,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $135,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $95,000 |
| Indiana | 3 | $90,600 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $60,000 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Compassion International | General operating for exempt function | $100,000 |
| Salvation Army | General operating for exempt function | $100,000 |
| Sim Medical Missions | General operating for exempt function | $100,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General operating for exempt function | $100,000 |
| Destiny Rescue | General operating for exempt function | $75,000 |
| Moody Bible Institute | General operating for exempt function | $75,000 |
| Love Justice International | General operating for exempt function | $60,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General operating for exempt function | $50,000 |
| McGregor Baptist Church | General operating for exempt function | $50,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Mahoning Valley | General operating for exempt function | $50,000 |
| Bella Womens Center | General operating for exempt function | $45,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | General operating for exempt function | $45,000 |
| Crystal Peaks Youth Ranch | General operating for exempt function | $40,000 |
| Bright Hope International | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Family Legacy | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Mission of Hope Haiti | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Pregnancy Resource Center of SW Florida | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Show Hope | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| The Youngstown Blue Coats | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Young Life | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Friends of Israel Gospel Ministry | General operating for exempt function | $35,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General operating for exempt function | $30,000 |
| Bible Baptist Church | General operating for exempt function | $30,000 |
| Door International | General operating for exempt function | $30,000 |
| American Center for Law & Justice | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| American Policy Roundtable | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Center for Christian Virtue | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Family Radio Network | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Haggal International | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Joni and Friends | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Mahoning Valley | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Shepherd's Ministries | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Trailways Camps | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Wycliffe Associates | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Buckner International | General operating for exempt function | $25,000 |
| Grace Fellowship Church | General operating for exempt function | $20,000 |
| Cure International | General operating for exempt function | $15,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | General operating for exempt function | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce E Brocker
- Deborah J Brocker
Questions people ask
Does The Brocker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brocker Foundation Inc give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Brocker Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce E Brocker (President) and Deborah J Brocker (Secretary and Treasurer).
What does The Brocker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and youth programs.