The Brooks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Brooks Foundation is a private foundation in Tenton Village, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $124,214 in 75 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,240. 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$124,214
- Number of grants75
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,240
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was down from $209,278 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $209,278 | 90 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $124,214 | 75 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
The Brooks 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 Brooks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 21 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $30,539 |
| Wyoming | 13 | $29,598 |
| New York | 12 | $14,835 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $8,867 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $6,390 |
| Connecticut | 8 | $5,640 |
| Minnesota | 4 | $5,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $3,102 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,015 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General support | $20,240 |
| Givengain | General support | $5,625 |
| Hca Hope Fund | General support | $5,333 |
| NFG Foodwise Community | General support | $5,150 |
| Fine Arts Museums of SF | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope & Heroes Childrens Cancer Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Parks Conservancy | General support | $5,000 |
| San Francisco Museum of Modern Art | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Lynchburg | General support | $5,000 |
| WLG Charitable Foundation | General support | $2,700 |
| America Heart Association | General support | $2,614 |
| Brunswick School | General support | $2,500 |
| Compass Family Services | General support | $2,500 |
| Guthrie Theater | General support | $2,500 |
| San Francisco Museum of Modern Art | General support | $2,500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General support | $2,500 |
| Western Illinois University Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| American Prairie Foundation | General support | $2,084 |
| The National Museum of Women in the Arts | General support | $2,062 |
| Children's Learning Center | General support | $2,000 |
| Corning Meals on Wheels | General support | $2,000 |
| Garden of Dreams Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | General support | $1,600 |
| Foodcorps Inc | General support | $1,061 |
| San Francisco Parks Alliance | General support | $1,048 |
| Covenant House | General support | $1,040 |
| San Francisco Camerawork Inc | General support | $1,040 |
| La Cocina | General support | $1,039 |
| Lick Wilmerding High School | General support | $1,037 |
| Port Chester Carver Center Inc | General support | $1,037 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General support | $1,034 |
| Py for Site | General support | $1,034 |
| Teddy Maloney Foundation Inc | General support | $1,030 |
| Community Action Marin | General support | $1,025 |
| Jackson Hole Ski & Snowboard Club | General support | $1,023 |
| Friends in Deed | General support | $1,021 |
| Coombs Outdoors | General support | $1,005 |
| Buying Time | General support | $1,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General support | $1,000 |
| Eventbrite Library Benefit | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- T Anthony Brooks
- Linda Leith Brooks
Questions people ask
Does The Brooks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Brooks Foundation give?
$124,214 in tax year 2024, across 75 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Brooks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists T Anthony Brooks (Trustee) and Linda Leith Brooks (Trustee).
What does The Brooks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, arts and culture and education.