Grants paid in 2024
18 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Area Tech CenterAugusta, ME | Scholarship fund | $20K |
| Cancer Resource Center of Western MaineNorway, ME | Cancer wellness program | $5,000 |
| Harrison Food BankHarrison, ME | Community food pantry | $5,000 |
| Hebron AcademyHebron, ME | Annual fund-unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Make a Wish FoundationScarborough, ME | Sponsor trailblazer challenge | $5,000 |
| Na Wolf FoundationIpswich, MA | Wolf conservation | $5,000 |
| Pink Feather FoundationOxford, ME | Support for needy children | $3,000 |
| Worcester Center for the Performing ArtsWorcester, MA | Performing arts | $3,000 |
| Worcester County Horticulural SocietyWorcester, MA | Community garden | $3,000 |
| Deertrees TheaterHarrison, ME | Performing arts | $2,500 |
| OhmpaNorway, ME | Community theater donation | $2,500 |
| Sportsman Alliance of MaineAugusta, ME | Outdoor education center | $2,500 |
| Starting PointConway, NH | Domestic violence outreach | $2,500 |
| Long Hopes Donkey ShelterBennett, CO | Donkey rescue & rehabilitation | $2,000 |
| Maine Cancer FoundationFalmouth, ME | Tri for a cure sponsor | $2,000 |
| Mid-Maine Tech CenterWaterville, ME | Maine robotics team | $2,000 |
| Casco Public LibraryCasco, ME | Library programs | $1,000 |
| Riding to the Top TherapeuticWindham, ME | Therapy horses | $1,000 |
By state: Maine 13 · Massachusetts 3 · New Hampshire 1 · Colorado 1
About this foundation
Brook Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Norway, Maine, administered in care of Paul Brook, tax-exempt since 1997. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Brook Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Brook Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $72K across 18 grants, a median of $2,750.
Where does Brook Family Foundation give?
Maine (13 grants), Massachusetts (3 grants), New Hampshire (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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