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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. Total assets have grown from $4.1M in 2011 to $30.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Wisconsin, Michigan and New York. 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 N/A 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.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$21K
Largest Grant
$500K
Based on 144 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
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 N/A 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 | N/A |
| Paul Greeney | VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jonathan Greeney | BOARD TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$30.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$30.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 CenterGeneral Support | 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 |
| Leelanau ConservancyFarmland Preservation Project | Leeland, MI | $70K | 2022 |
| Wisconsin Conservation VoicesGeneral Support | Madison, WI | $70K | 2022 |
| Peabody Institute Of The Johns Hopkins UniversityStudent and Program Support at the Peabody Conservatory | Baltimore, MD | $60K | 2022 |
| Alliance For The Great LakesGeneral Support | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2022 |
| Gathering Waters Wisconsin'S Alliance For Land TrGeneral Operations Support for Wisconsin's Land Trusts | Madison, WI | $50K | 2022 |
| Milwaukee RiverkeeperGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $50K | 2022 |
| Michigan Civic Education FundGeneral Support | Madison Heights, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Action For The Climate EmergencyGeneral Support | Boulder, CO | $50K | 2022 |
| Portland Japanese GardenPath to Peace | Portland, OR | $50K | 2022 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land ConservancyAccelerating Farmland and Water Quality Protection in Northwest Lower Michigan | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| The Botanic Garden At The Historic Barns ParkCAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Conservation Resource AllianceAcceleration Farmland and Water Quality Protection in Northwest Lower Michigan | Traverse City, MI | $50K | 2022 |
| Interlochen Center For The ArtsWest Michigan Student Scholarships, Interlochen Public Radio (IPR): Science and Conservation Journalism | Interlochen, MI | $45K | 2022 |
| SeedsRepurposed Urban Wood and Reforestation Hub at the Historic Barns Park | Traverse City, MI | $42K | 2022 |
| Riveredge Nature CenterExpanding the Scientist in Residence Partnership to Provide Equitable Access | Saukville, WI | $40K | 2022 |
| So PercussionSummer Institute 2022, New Work Development Program 2022 | Brooklyn, NY | $40K | 2022 |
| 45th Parallel45th Parallel Universe | Portland, OR | $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 |
| Hunger Task Force IncHunger Task Force Emergency Food Program and COVID-19 Response | West Milwaukee, WI | $30K | 2022 |
| Da Blodgett - Stjohn'SBehavioral Health for Kids & Families in Crisis | Grand Rapids, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Circle Of BlueGeneral Support | Traverse City, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| Inland Seas Education AssociationPlace-Based Education Teacher Support | Suttons Bay, MI | $30K | 2022 |
| One ArizonaGENERAL SUPPORT | Phoenix, AZ | $30K | 2022 |
| Tides CenterSTATE VOICES FLORIDA GENERAL SUPPORT | San Francisco, CA | $30K | 2022 |
| Pennsylvana VoiceGENERAL SUPPORT | Philadelphia, PA | $25K | 2022 |
| Camp BlodgettCamp Blodgett Service Expansion | Grand Rapids, MI | $25K | 2022 |
| Wisconsin VoicesGENERAL SUPPORT | Milwaukee, WI | $25K | 2022 |
| Wuwm-Milwaukee'S NprWUWM ENVIRONMENTAL REPORTING INITIATIVE | Milwaukee, WI | $20K | 2022 |
| Aclu Of Wisconsin FoundationGeneral Support | Milwaukee, WI | $20K | 2022 |
| Ywca West Central MichiganYWCA Nurse Examiner Program | Grand Rapids, MI | $20K | 2022 |
| Georgia Alliance Education FundGeneral Support | Atlanta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| Progeorgia State Table IncSTATE VOICES FLORIDA - GENERAL SUPPORT | Alanta, GA | $20K | 2022 |
| League Of Women Voters Of WisconsinGeneral Support | Madison, WI | $15K | 2022 |
| River Revitalization FoundationRiverine-Tern Internship Program | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2022 |
| Blueprint NcGeneral Support | Durham, NC | $15K | 2022 |
| Planned Parenthood Of MichiganMaking Proud Choices - Grand Rapids, Wyoming, and Kentwood | Ann Arbor, MI | $15K | 2022 |
| Sixteenth Street Community Health CentersThe Scientist and Artist in You: After-School and Summer Camp | Milwaukee, WI | $15K | 2022 |
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