Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation is a private foundation in McKinney, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $191,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $66,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$191,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$66,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$5.8 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $4.7 million |
| 2025 | $191,000 | 3 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Carolyn and David Brooks 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 Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $191,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | General support | $100,000 |
| Mane Gait | General support | $66,000 |
| Prison Entrepreneurship Program | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Brooks
- Carolyn Brooks
- Ryan Brooks
- Reece Brooks
- Kathryn Brooks
Questions people ask
Does Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation give?
$191,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $66,000.
Who runs Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Brooks (Director), Carolyn Brooks (Director), Ryan Brooks (Director) and Reece Brooks (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Carolyn and David Brooks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.