The Longbrake Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Longbrake Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $899,184 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $865,784. 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$899,184
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$865,784
- Assets$11.7 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $575,900 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 | $363,400 | 6 | $9.8 million |
| 2024 | $575,900 | 9 | $10.7 million |
| 2025 | $899,184 | 11 | $11.7 million |
How to apply
The Longbrake 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $865,784 |
| Maryland | 4 | $12,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $5,900 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Sector Alliance | General operations | $865,784 |
| Branford Free Evangelical Church | Building facilities capital campaign | $10,000 |
| Community Roots Housing | General operations | $5,000 |
| KPC Buddhist Relief | General operations | $5,000 |
| The Giving Square | General operations | $3,500 |
| Germantown Global Connections | General operations | $2,500 |
| SDC Foundation | General operations | $2,500 |
| Community Farmshare | General operations | $1,500 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | General operations | $1,500 |
| Independent Sector | General operations | $1,000 |
| Tisbest Philantrophy | General operations | $900 |
Officers and trustees
- William Longbrake
- Derek Longbrake
- Mark Longbrake
- David Longbrake
- Erin Longbrake
- Dorothy El Gardner
- Ian Gardner
- Katherine Longbrake
Questions people ask
Does The Longbrake Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Longbrake Family Foundation give?
$899,184 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Longbrake Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Longbrake (President), Derek Longbrake (Trustee), Mark Longbrake (Vice President) and David Longbrake (Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.