Private foundation · EIN 76-0594307 · Lakeway, Texas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

William a Brookshire Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 5 grants paid, $6.8M total, median $1.1M. 80% of grants stayed in Texas.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
5
$6.8M
Median grant
$1.1M
Stays in TX
80%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$192M

About this foundation

William a Brookshire Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Lakeway, Texas, tax-exempt since 2000. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does William a Brookshire 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 William a Brookshire Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $6.8M across 5 grants, a median of $1.1M.

Where does William a Brookshire Foundation give?

Texas (4 grants), Louisiana (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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