The Bracken Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bracken Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $821,484 the year before.
0% 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 | $821,484 | 2 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 1 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Bracken 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 The Bracken Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Franklin Road Academy | The franklin road academy capital campaign | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard M Bracken
- Judith K Bracken
- R Michael Bracken Jr
- Jessica K Bracken
- Robert N Bracken
- Jacqueline B Fisher
Questions people ask
Does The Bracken Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bracken Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Bracken Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard M Bracken (President and Director), Judith K Bracken (Secretary and Director), R Michael Bracken Jr (Assistant Secretary and Di) and Jessica K Bracken (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bracken Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.