Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $23.2 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $22.0 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$23.2 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$22.0 million
- Assets$541 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $18.2 million the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $18.2 million | 19 | $455 million |
| 2024 | $23.2 million | 18 | $541 million |
How to apply
Barbara Brunckhorst 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 Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $22.7 million |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $90,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $75,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $75,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $75,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| VCU School of Medicine | To Fund the Liver Institute and Endow two Chairs. | $22.0 million |
| Richmond Animal Welfare Foundation | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $100,000 |
| Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors | Just Transition Fund | $100,000 |
| VA Institute Marine Science Foundat | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $100,000 |
| Wildlife Center of Virginia | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $100,000 |
| Espanola Humane | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $90,000 |
| Environmental Law Alliance Worldwid | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $75,000 |
| James River Association | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $75,000 |
| REPRO-Rising Virginia Foundation | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $75,000 |
| Partnership Project Inc | Equitable & Just Nat'l Climate Forum | $75,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $75,000 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $75,000 |
| Capital Region Land Conservancy | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $50,000 |
| Dogwood Alliance | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $50,000 |
| Partnership for Smarter Growth | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $50,000 |
| Virginia Conservation Network | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $50,000 |
| American Assoc Study of Liver Disea | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $50,000 |
| Tramp's Rescue | General Purpose unless otherwise stated | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Todd Stravitz
- Ansley S Dowler
- Susan S Kemp
Questions people ask
Does Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation give?
$23.2 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard Todd Stravitz (Trustee), Ansley S Dowler (Trustee) and Susan S Kemp (Trustee).
What does Barbara Brunckhorst Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and science and research.