Braunstein Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Braunstein Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,150 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $400 and the largest $5,000. 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$8,150
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$400
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$106,561
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
90% of its 2025 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 | $800 | 4 | $68,422 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 4 | $73,235 |
| 2025 | $8,150 | 10 | $106,561 |
How to apply
Braunstein Charitable Trust 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 Braunstein Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $5,150 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $2,300 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Beth Sholom | Religious | $5,000 |
| Juntos | Community welfare | $600 |
| Hias Pennsylvania | Community welfare | $500 |
| Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights | Community welfare | $500 |
| Share Food Program | Community - food security | $400 |
| Project Home | Community - homelessness | $400 |
| Fairmount Park Conservancy | Environment - parks | $300 |
| Catskill Animal Sanctuary | Animal welfare | $200 |
| Sustainable South Jersey | Community health | $150 |
| Eastern State Penitentiary | Historical preservation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Elliot Braunstein
- Lori Braunstein
Questions people ask
Does Braunstein Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Braunstein Charitable Trust give?
$8,150 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $400.
Who runs Braunstein Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Elliot Braunstein (Trustee - President) and Lori Braunstein (Trustee - Vice President).
What does Braunstein Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.