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Waits Brennan Foundation is a private corporation based in LOS ANGELES, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2001. The principal officer is Gr&F LLC. It holds total assets of $678K. Annual income is reported at $131K. Total assets have grown from $171K in 2011 to $678K in 2024. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in California and New York. According to available records, Waits Brennan Foundation has made 38 grants totaling $119K, with a median grant of $200. Annual giving has decreased from $78K in 2020 to $2K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $40K, with an average award of $3K. The foundation has supported 28 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in California, Virginia, District of Columbia, which account for 89% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$200
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 25 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.
Waits Brennan Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 38 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, VA, DC.
Waits Brennan Foundation has distributed a total of $119K across 38 grants. The median grant size is $200, with an average of $3K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $40K.
Waits Brennan Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Waits Brennan Foundation is headquartered in LOS ANGELES, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Brennan | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tom Waits | SECRETARY/CFO | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$678K
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$678K
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
38
Total Giving
$119K
Average Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$200
Unique Recipients
28
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Food For ThoughtTO PROVIDE FREE WEEKLY GROCERIES, NUTRITION, AND EDUCATION TO SONOMA COUNTY. | Forestville, CA | $200 | 2021 |
| Pacific Zen CenterSUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY SEEKING FOOD ASSISTANCE, IN ADDITION PROVIDING EMERGENCY FOOD BOXES AND VITAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTERS. | Santa Rosa, CA | $1K | 2022 |
| Redwood Empire Food BankSUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY SEEKING FOOD ASSISTANCE, IN ADDITION PROVIDING EMERGENCY FOOD BOXES AND VITAL FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTERS. | Santa Rosa, CA | $20K | 2021 |
| Nami Sonoma CountySUPPORT OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE PROGRAMS IN THE US. | Arlington, VA | $6K | 2021 |
| Catholic CharitiesSUPPORT OF SERVICES THAT ADDRESS PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, AND SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES. | Santa Rosa, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Nature ConservancySUPPORT OF CONSERVATION OF LANDS AND WATERS. | Arlington, VA | $1K | 2021 |
| World Wildlife FundSUPPORT OF WILDERNESS PRESERVATION AND THE REDUCTION OF HUMAN IMPACT ON THE ENVIORNMENT. | Washington, DC | $1K | 2021 |
| Redwood Gospel MissionWorking to mobilize our community to minister to the needy so that lives are transformed. | Santa Rosa, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Amnesty InternationalAmnesty International is a global movement of more than 10 million people in over 150 countries and territories who campaign to end abuses of human rights. | New York, NY | $1K | 2021 |
| Ceres Community ProjectA non-profit organization that mentors teens in nutrient-dense food preparation as well as chef, employment, and other business skills. | Sebastopol, CA | $1K | 2021 |
| Bread RosesA human services mission that brings hope, healing and joy through live music and the performing arts to the San Francisco Bay Area. | Corte Madera, CA | $500 | 2021 |
| Silverlake Conservatory MusicTO FACILITATE A DYNAMIC MUSIC EDUCATION. | Los Angeles, CA | $500 | 2021 |
| Edible Schoolyard ProjectBUY FOOD DIRECTLY FROM FARMERS AND FEED CHILDREN. | Berkely, CA | $500 | 2021 |
| The Society Of St Vincent De PaulA worldwide organization of lay Catholics, following Christ's call to serve the poor, the suffering, and the deprived. | Los Angeles, CA | $200 | 2021 |
| Bodega Bay Fire DepartmentSUPPORT OF LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Bodega Bay, CA | $200 | 2021 |
| Pt Reyes Fire DepartmentSUPPORT OF LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Point Reyes Station, CA | $200 | 2021 |
| Bodega Bay Land TrustPROTECTING SONOMA COAST. | Occidental, CA | $200 | 2021 |
| Graton Fire DepartmentSUPPORT OF LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Sebastopol, CA | $100 | 2021 |
| Cornell Lab Of OrnithologyTo bring together scientists, students, and people from all walks of life in the quest to generate new knowledge and conserve our shared natural world. | Ithaca, NY | $100 | 2021 |
| Habitat For HumanityA nonprofit organization that helps families build and improve places to call home. | Americus, GA | $100 | 2021 |
| Sonoma Land TrustA mission of conserving land in Sonoma County. | Santa Rosa, CA | $100 | 2021 |
| Valley Ford Volunteer FireSUPPORT OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Valley Ford, CA | $100 | 2021 |
| Doctors Without BordersAn international humanitarian medical non-governmental organization dedicated to support conflict zones and in countries affected by endemic diseases. | New York, NY | $100 | 2021 |
| Sierra Club FoundationThe Sierra Club Foundation promotes climate solutions, conservation, and movement building through a powerful combination of strategic philanthropy and grassroots advocacy. | Oakland, CA | $100 | 2021 |
| National Park FoundationTO ENSURE ALL PEOPLE ARE WELCOME AND ABLE TO EXPLORE AND DISCOVER THEIR OWN PERSONAL CONNECTIONS TO PARKS. | Washington Dc, DC | $100 | 2021 |
| Tomales Fire DepartmentSUPPORT OF LOCAL VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Tomales, CA | $100 | 2021 |
| California State Parks FoundationSUPPORT OF SUSTAINING OUR STATE PARKS TO INFORM AND INSPIRE CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS OF PARK ADVOCATES. | San Francisco, CA | $200 | 2020 |
| Occidental Volunteer Fire DepartmentSUPPORT OF LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT. | Occidental, CA | $200 | 2020 |
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