Brenden Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brenden Family Foundation is a private foundation in Silverton, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $225,000 and the largest $570,000. 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$1.7 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$225,000
- Largest grant$570,000
- Assets$30.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
33% 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 | $1.4 million | 5 | $27.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 4 | $29.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 6 | $30.9 million |
How to apply
Brenden Family 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 Brenden Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 4 | $940,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Silver Falls School District | Scotts mills reading program; support of 22 teams; bond support; kindergarten program | $570,000 |
| Barrow Neurological Foundation | T1d research | $500,000 |
| Military Warriors Support Foundation | Homes 4 wounded heros | $250,000 |
| Santiam Hospital & Clinics | Womens clinic remodel | $200,000 |
| Children's Cancer Association | Mentorship/music in oregon | $120,000 |
| Silver Creek Fellowship | Mission of hope | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Norman L Brenden
- Ashley Johnston
- Benjamin Johnston
- Marci Brenden
- Linda A Brenden
Questions people ask
Does Brenden Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brenden Family Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $225,000.
Who runs Brenden Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Norman L Brenden (President), Ashley Johnston (Vice President), Benjamin Johnston (Vice President) and Marci Brenden (Secretary/Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Brenden Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.