The van Brimer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The van Brimer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4,500. 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$21,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4,500
- Assets$501,601
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,000 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $25,000 | 15 | $452,509 |
| 2024 | $23,000 | 14 | $457,411 |
| 2025 | $21,000 | 11 | $501,601 |
How to apply
The van Brimer 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 van Brimer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 3 | $8,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Alaska | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $750 |
| New York | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Road Rescue | Charitable support | $4,500 |
| Arkansas Repertory Theatre | Charitable support | $3,000 |
| Jacobs Ride for Hearing | Charitable support | $2,500 |
| Depaul Independent Living Program | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Friends of Casco Bay | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| KBRW Amfm Radio | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation | Charitable support | $1,500 |
| ACLU Arkansas | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Virginia Museum of Fine Arts | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Guide Dong Foundation for the Blind | Charitable support | $750 |
| Save the Manatee Club | Charitable support | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Hannah Grace van Brimer
- H Winn van Brimer
- Erica van Brimer Goldfarb
Questions people ask
Does The van Brimer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The van Brimer Family Foundation give?
$21,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The van Brimer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hannah Grace van Brimer (Director), H Winn van Brimer (Director) and Erica van Brimer Goldfarb (Director).
What does The van Brimer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.