The Bruns Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bruns Foundation is a private foundation in Kilgore, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $102,921 in 1 grant. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
The grants listed in this filing add up to more than the total it reports, so grant sizes may be wrong. Check the filing.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$102,921
- Number of grants1
- Assets$125,796
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was down from $363,500 the year before.
0% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $363,500 | 5 | $650,678 |
| 2023 | $102,921 | 1 | $125,796 |
How to apply
The Bruns 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 Bruns Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $380,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Blaze School | Donation | $380,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Ryan
- Amanda J Ryan
Questions people ask
Does The Bruns Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bruns Foundation give?
$102,921 in tax year 2023, across 1 grant.
Who runs The Bruns Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists John C Ryan (Trustee) and Amanda J Ryan (Trustee).
What does The Bruns Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.