John and Donnie Brock Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Donnie Brock Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $438,900 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $322,000. 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$438,900
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$322,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $276,200 the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 | $276,200 | 39 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $438,900 | 36 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
John and Donnie Brock 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 John and Donnie Brock Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 26 | $419,700 |
| Virginia | 3 | $6,100 |
| California | 2 | $5,100 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs | General fund | $322,000 |
| Indian Nations Council Boy Scouts of America | General fund | $20,000 |
| St John Episcopal Church | General fund | $17,500 |
| Salvation Army | General fund | $10,000 |
| The United Way | General fund | $10,000 |
| Tulsa Ballet | General fund | $6,000 |
| Independent Institute | General fund | $5,000 |
| Institute for Humane Studies | General fund | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence | General fund | $5,000 |
| Tulsa Opera | General fund | $5,000 |
| Tulsa Symphony | General fund | $5,000 |
| University of Oklahoma Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Delta Tau Delta Educational | General fund | $3,000 |
| The Fund for American Studies | General fund | $3,000 |
| Tulsa Leadership Vision | General fund | $2,100 |
| Oklahoma State University Foundation - Tulsa | General fund | $2,000 |
| Tulsa Day Center | General fund | $2,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General fund | $1,500 |
| University of Tulsa- President's | General fund | $1,500 |
| American for Prosperity Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Arts Alliance Tulsa | General fund | $1,000 |
| Oklahoma State University Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Church Studio Music Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| University of Oklahoma | General fund | $1,000 |
| Freedom Works | General fund | $500 |
| Judicial Watch | General fund | $500 |
| Ann Catherine Taulbert Endowment | General fund | $350 |
| The Committee of One Hundred-Tulsa | General fund | $250 |
| Classen Alumni Association | General fund | $100 |
| Institute for Justice | General fund | $100 |
| Mountain States Legal Foundation | General fund | $100 |
| Oklahoma Hall of Fame | General fund | $100 |
| Oklahoma Heritage Association | General fund | $100 |
| Tulsa Botanical Gardens | General fund | $100 |
| Tulsa Historical Society | General fund | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Brock
Questions people ask
Does John and Donnie Brock Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Donnie Brock Foundation give?
$438,900 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs John and Donnie Brock Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John A Brock (Trustee).
What does John and Donnie Brock Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and faith communities.