The McClane Brown Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McClane Brown Family Foundation is a private foundation in Waco, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,370 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $40,000. 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$100,370
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $80,673 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,785 | 37 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $80,673 | 31 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $100,370 | 37 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The McClane Brown 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 The McClane Brown Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 30 | $86,370 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard College Preparatory School | Charitable | $40,000 |
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Charitable | $29,000 |
| Oak Grove Christian Ministries | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Child Legacy International | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Waco Symphony Council | Charitable | $1,670 |
| Caritas of Waco | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Dumbarton House | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mentoring Alliance-Waco | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Methodist Home | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Student Mobilization | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Neil-Cochran House Museum | Charitable | $750 |
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Charitable | $700 |
| Boy Scouts of America-Troop 308 | Charitable | $500 |
| Compassion Ministries | Charitable | $500 |
| Focus on the Family | Charitable | $500 |
| Gunston Hall | Charitable | $500 |
| McLennan Community College Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Quinn Campus Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Sulgrave Manor & Garden | Charitable | $500 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| SMU Cox School of Business | Charitable | $350 |
| Central Texas Senior Ministry-Meals & Wheels | Charitable | $250 |
| Christian Womens Job Corps | Charitable | $250 |
| Fotb Gentlemen's Luncheon | Charitable | $250 |
| Justice and Mercy Energy Services | Charitable | $250 |
| Lovely Village | Charitable | $250 |
| Primera Iglesia Bautista (First Baptist Church) | Charitable | $250 |
| Seminary of the Southwest | Charitable | $250 |
| Students Standing Strong | Charitable | $250 |
| Unbound Now | Charitable | $250 |
| Waco Civic Theatre | Charitable | $250 |
| Austin College | Charitable | $100 |
| Hot Veteran's One Stop | Charitable | $100 |
| The Junior League of Waco | Charitable | $100 |
| University of Texas at Austin | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- S Boyce Brown
- Len McClane Brown
- Lella Sue McClane Brown
- Annah Stanton Brown
- Abbey Mackey
Questions people ask
Does The McClane Brown Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McClane Brown Family Foundation give?
$100,370 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The McClane Brown Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists S Boyce Brown (Co-President/Director/Treasurer), Len McClane Brown (Co-President/Director), Lella Sue McClane Brown (Director) and Annah Stanton Brown (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The McClane Brown Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and youth programs.