Billy Brown Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Billy Brown Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Sugar Land, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $532,820 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $480,000. 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$532,820
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$480,000
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $493,400 the year before.
71% of its 2024 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 | $493,400 | 13 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $532,820 | 7 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Billy Brown Charitable 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 Billy Brown Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $520,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $12,320 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $480,000 |
| New Orleans Catholic Cemeteries | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,320 |
| Colorado River Land Trust | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Fayetteville Community Center | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| The Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Rock Island Volunteer Fire Department | Unrestricted charitable grant | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Billy Brown
- Tammy Brown
- Emma Brown
Questions people ask
Does Billy Brown Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Billy Brown Charitable Foundation give?
$532,820 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Billy Brown Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Billy Brown (Director), Tammy Brown (Director) and Emma Brown (Director).
What does Billy Brown Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and community development.