Smothers Bruni Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smothers Bruni Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $177,500 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$177,500
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $115,000 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $152,500 | 18 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $115,000 | 17 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $177,500 | 31 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Smothers Bruni 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 Smothers Bruni Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 19 | $111,500 |
| New York | 6 | $32,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Battle of Flowers Association | General support | $25,000 |
| Franciscan Friars of Hebbronville Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Bryn Mawr College | General support | $10,000 |
| New York City Ballet Inc | General support | $7,500 |
| Alamo Heights United Methodist Church | General support | $5,000 |
| The Stewpot | General support | $5,000 |
| Consejo Real De Reyes Feos Anteriores Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| The Magik Theatre | General support | $5,000 |
| School of American Ballet | General support | $5,000 |
| Free & Fair Litigation Group | General support | $5,000 |
| The Magik Theatre | General support | $5,000 |
| Equus Survival Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Saving Shelter Strays Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| White Rock YMCA | General support | $5,000 |
| Ursuline Academy of Dallas Foundation Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Dartmoor Pony Registry of America Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Champions Educational Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Free & Fair Litigation Group | General support | $5,000 |
| Bryn Mawr College | General support | $5,000 |
| New York City Ballet Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| School of American Ballet | General support | $5,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | General support | $5,000 |
| PTA Texas Congress | General support | $4,000 |
| St Cecilia Catholic School | General support | $3,500 |
| Algeria Womens Chorus of San Antonio | General support | $2,500 |
| Hooker Ranch Slaugther Horse Rescue | General support | $2,500 |
| A Doggie 4 You | General support | $2,500 |
| Triple H Equitherapy Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Pipe Creek Voulnteer Fire Dept Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children | General support | $2,500 |
| Animal Defense League | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth L Bruni
- Natalia P Bruni Weatherbie
- Katherine M Bruni
- Robert JMX Bruni
- Jacqueline A Bruni
- Mary Ann Bruni
Questions people ask
Does Smothers Bruni Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smothers Bruni Foundation give?
$177,500 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Smothers Bruni Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth L Bruni (President), Natalia P Bruni Weatherbie (Vice-President), Katherine M Bruni (Secretary) and Robert JMX Bruni (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Smothers Bruni Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.