The Brookby Foundation is a private corporation based in MILWAUKEE, WI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1995. The principal officer is % Kelly Jorgensen. It holds total assets of $30.7M. Annual income is reported at $3.7M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to available records, The Brookby Foundation has made 443 grants totaling $8.6M, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $2.3M in 2020 to $3.3M in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $50 to $500K, with an average award of $19K. The foundation has supported 195 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Wisconsin, Michigan, Oregon, which account for 55% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 23 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
The Brookby Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 443 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WI, MI, OR.
The Brookby Foundation has distributed a total of $8.6M across 443 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $19K. Individual grants have ranged from $50 to $500K.
The application deadline is SPRING (BEFORE 2/15); SUMMER (BEFORE 5/15); WINTER (BEFORE 10/15). MAY REQUEST FUNDING ONCE PER CALENDAR YEAR.
The Brookby Foundation is headquartered in MILWAUKEE, WI. While based in WI, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 23 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daniel Greeney | MANAGING DIRECTOR | $60K | $0 | $60K |
| Wendy Greeney | PRESIDENT/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Greeney | VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Jonathan Greeney | BOARD TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | $0 |
Total Giving
$3.5M
Total Assets
$33.4M
Fair Market Value
$49.6M
Net Worth
$33.4M
Grants Paid
$3.1M
Contributions
$0
Net Investment Income
$1.6M
Distribution Amount
$2.3M
Total: $32M
Total Grants
443
Total Giving
$8.6M
Average Grant
$19K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
195
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| SeedsRepurposed Urban Wood and Reforestation Hub at the Historic Barns Park | Traverse City, MI | $42K | 2022 |
| Trout UnlimitedExpanding Support for Real-time Water Quality Monitoring in Michigan | Arlington, VA | $40K | 2022 |
| Oregon SymphonyGeneral Support | Portland, OR | $400K | 2022 |
| Uwm Foundation IncBrookby Scholarships in Water Literacy and Great Lakes Research Vessel | Milwaukee, WI | $205K | 2022 |
| Urban Ecology Center |
| 2018 | 990PF | View |
| 2017 | 990PF | View |
| 2016 | 990PF | View |
| 2015 | 990PF | View |
| Milwaukee, WI |
| $190K |
| 2022 |
| Dairy Grazing ApprenticeshipWorkforce training and development models to scale regenerative dairy grazing with integrity | Medford, WI | $160K | 2022 |
| Mote Marine LaboratoryRestoring Florida's Coral Reef | Sarasota, FL | $150K | 2022 |
| Grand Rapids SymphonyBlue Lake Concert; Matching Challenge; & Mayflower Performance | Grand Rapids, MI | $146K | 2022 |
| Environmental Law & Policy CenterMichigan-Based Environmental Advocacy | Chicago, IL | $90K | 2022 |
| Aquinas CollegeJohn W. Blodgett Estate Preservation Project | Grand Rapids, MI | $89K | 2022 |
| Michigan League Of Conservation Voters EducationGeneral Support | Ann Arbor, MI | $75K | 2022 |
| Blandford Nature Center"Second Nature Campaign" - The Highlands | Grand Rapids, MI | $75K | 2022 |
| Wisconsin Conservation VoicesGeneral Support | Madison, WI | $70K | 2022 |
| Leelanau ConservancyFarmland Preservation Project | Leeland, MI | $70K | 2022 |
| Peabody Institute Of The Johns Hopkins UniversityStudent and Program Support at the Peabody Conservatory | Baltimore, MD | $60K | 2022 |
| Michigan Civic Education FundGeneral Support | Madison Heights, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Action For The Climate EmergencyGeneral Support | Boulder, CO | $50K | 2022 |
| Milwaukee RiverkeeperGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $50K | 2022 |
| Conservation Resource AllianceAcceleration Farmland and Water Quality Protection in Northwest Lower Michigan | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land ConservancyAccelerating Farmland and Water Quality Protection in Northwest Lower Michigan | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Gathering Waters Wisconsin'S Alliance For Land TrGeneral Operations Support for Wisconsin's Land Trusts | Madison, WI | $50K | 2022 |
| The Botanic Garden At The Historic Barns ParkCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Alliance For The Great LakesGeneral Support | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Portland Japanese GardenPath to Peace | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| Interlochen Center For The ArtsWest Michigan Student Scholarships, Interlochen Public Radio (IPR): Science and Conservation Journalism | Interlochen, MI | $45K | 2022 |
| Riveredge Nature CenterExpanding the Scientist in Residence Partnership to Provide Equitable Access | Saukville, WI | $40K | 2022 |
| 45th Parallel45th Parallel Universe | Portland, OR | $40K | 2022 |
| So PercussionSummer Institute 2022, New Work Development Program 2022 | Brooklyn, NY | $40K | 2022 |
| Beloit CollegeTuition Awards & Environmental Experience Grant(s) To Grow Able & Passionate Environmental Stewards | Beloit, WI | $35K | 2022 |
| Clean WisconsinResearch and analysis support | Madison, WI | $35K | 2022 |
| Mequon Nature Preserve Inc3 year fellowship | Mequon, WI | $33K | 2022 |
| Tides CenterSTATE VOICES FLORIDA GENERAL SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $30K | 2022 |
| One ArizonaGENERAL SUPPORT | Phoenix, AZ | $30K | 2022 |
| Circle Of BlueGeneral Support | Traverse City, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Inland Seas Education AssociationPlace-Based Education Teacher Support | Suttons Bay, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Da Blodgett - Stjohn'SBehavioral Health for Kids & Families in Crisis | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force IncHunger Task Force Emergency Food Program and COVID-19 Response | West Milwaukee, WI | $30K | 2022 |
| Camp BlodgettCamp Blodgett Service Expansion | Grand Rapids, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Pennsylvana VoiceGENERAL SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $25K | 2022 |
| Wisconsin VoicesGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2022 |
| Ywca West Central MichiganYWCA Nurse Examiner Program | Grand Rapids, MI | $20K | 2022 |
| Aclu Of Wisconsin FoundationGeneral Support | Milwaukee, WI | $20K | 2022 |
| Wuwm-Milwaukee'S NprWUWM ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING INITIATIVE | Milwaukee, WI | $20K | 2022 |
| Progeorgia State Table IncSTATE VOICES FLORIDA - GENERAL SUPPORT | Alanta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| Georgia Alliance Education FundGeneral Support | Atlanta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| River Revitalization FoundationRiverine-Tern Internship Program | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of MichiganMaking Proud Choices - Grand Rapids, Wyoming, and Kentwood | Ann Arbor, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Harbor District IncEnvironmental Programming | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2022 |
| Blueprint NcGeneral Support | Durham, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| League Of Women Voters Of WisconsinGeneral Support | Madison, WI | $15K | 2022 |
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