Ruth Brown Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ruth Brown Foundation is a private foundation in Moab, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $722,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$722,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $403,200 the year before.
25% 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 | $389,200 | 62 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $403,200 | 67 | $8.1 million |
| 2025 | $722,500 | 32 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Ruth Brown 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 Ruth Brown Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $370,000 |
| Colorado | 12 | $136,000 |
| New York | 2 | $70,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $64,000 |
| Vermont | 6 | $40,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $30,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tides Foundation | Environmental | $250,000 |
| Earth Justice | Environmental | $75,000 |
| Natural Resource Defense Council | Environmental | $65,000 |
| Lawyers for Good Government | Governmental | $44,000 |
| Community Office - Resource Effic | Environmental | $35,000 |
| Our Children's Trust | Environmental | $30,000 |
| Vermont Public Interest Research Ed | Environmental | $30,000 |
| RFV Habitat for Humanity | Environmental | $25,000 |
| Psephos Inc | Environmental | $20,000 |
| Signal Tec Coalition | Environmental | $15,000 |
| American Rivers | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Citizens Climate Education | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Conservation Colorado | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Creede Historic Society | Arts | $10,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Hawaii | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Oceana | Environmental | $10,000 |
| San Juan Citizens Alliance | Environmental | $10,000 |
| San Juan Mountains Association | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Vote Solar | Environmental | $10,000 |
| Aspen Ctr for Environmental Studies | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Biophilia Foundation | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Protect Our Winters | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Sierra Club | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Third Act Education Fund | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Vermont Natural Resource Council | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Wilderness Workshop | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Conservation Law Foundation | Environmental | $2,500 |
| Wabi Sabi | Environmental | $2,000 |
| 350 Vermont | Environmental | $1,000 |
| Four Winds Nature Institute | Environmental | $1,000 |
| Rural Vermont | Environmental | $1,000 |
| Western Resource Advocates | Environmental | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Darcey Brown
- Albert Brown
- Charla Brown
- Laurene Cochran
Questions people ask
Does Ruth Brown Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ruth Brown Foundation give?
$722,500 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ruth Brown Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Darcey Brown (Treasurer), Albert Brown (Secretary), Charla Brown (Trustee) and Laurene Cochran (President).
What does Ruth Brown Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and education.