How to apply
The announcement of the grant will specify how nominations or applications may be submitted. Contact: Brooke's Foundation, 1144 15th St Ste 3960, Denver, Co, 7204751195 Deadlines: Will be specified in the Application Restrictions: Budget, Relationship of the purpose of the proposal to the Organization's interest
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
5 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Challenge FoundationEnglewood, CO | Support scholars | $65K |
| Colorado UpliftDenver, CO | Support program for urban youth | $15K |
| Children's Hospital Colorado FoundaAurora, CO | Support program | $10K |
| Alliance for Choice in EducationGreenwood Village, CO | Support low income families education | $5,000 |
| Colorado Open Golf FoundationDenver, CO | Support 1st tee golf school programs | $5,000 |
About this foundation
Brookes Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Sanibel, Florida, administered in care of Michael R Stiff Baker Hostetler, tax-exempt since 2018. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Brookes Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. The announcement of the grant will specify how nominations or applications may be submitted. Deadlines: Will be specified in the Application.
How much does Brookes Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $100K across 5 grants, a median of $10K.
Where does Brookes Foundation give?
Colorado (5 grants), per its latest filing.
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