George W Brackenridge Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George W Brackenridge Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.7 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $2.3 million. 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$6.7 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$2.3 million
- Assets$74.5 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.9 million the year before.
41% 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 | $4.9 million | 17 | $70.9 million |
| 2024 | $6.7 million | 17 | $74.5 million |
How to apply
George W Brackenridge 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What George W Brackenridge Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $6.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Public Schools | Educational purposes or programs | $2.3 million |
| Great Hearts America Texas | Educational purposes or programs | $995,000 |
| Essence Preparatory Public School | Educational purposes or programs | $700,000 |
| Prelude Prepatory School | Educational purposes or programs | $500,000 |
| Harmony Public Schools | Educational purposes or programs | $500,000 |
| The Gathering Place | Educational purposes or programs | $270,000 |
| New Frontiers Public Schools Inc | Educational purposes or programs | $250,000 |
| Somerset Academy Texas | Educational purposes or programs | $250,000 |
| School of Science and Technology | Educational purposes or programs | $250,000 |
| 50 Can Inc | Educational purposes or programs | $250,000 |
| Choose to Succeed | Educational purposes or programs | $175,000 |
| Henry Ford Academy Alameda School | Educational purposes or programs | $125,000 |
| San Antonio Charter Moms | Educational purposes or programs | $100,000 |
| Jubilee Academy | Educational purposes or programs | $100,000 |
| Texas Public Charter Schools Association | Educational purposes or programs | $35,000 |
| Families Empowered | Educational purposes or programs | $25,000 |
| Futuro Education San Antonio | Educational purposes or programs | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victoria B Rico
- Randall J Boatright
- David Roth
Questions people ask
Does George W Brackenridge Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George W Brackenridge Foundation give?
$6.7 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs George W Brackenridge Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Victoria B Rico (Trustee), Randall J Boatright (Trustee) and David Roth (Trustee).
What does George W Brackenridge Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.