The Brown Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 31-6653585
Foundation Overview
Based in Gretna, VA, The Brown Foundation has awarded 163 grants totaling $718,149 to organizations in Maryland, Nebraska and 9 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $100 to $50,000, with a median award of $500.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 19 recipients (21%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
60% of grants are awarded in Virginia, with additional funding distributed across 10 other locations. The foundation balances regional focus with broader geographic diversity. Within Virginia, funding concentrates in Richmond (39%), Gretna (15%), Danville (8%).
Funding Trajectory
Stable funding levels with 7% change over 7 years indicate consistent grant-making capacity and predictable philanthropic resources. This stability suggests reliable ongoing funding opportunities.
Program Areas
Highly focused on general purposes with 100% of funding dedicated to this sector. This specialization indicates deep expertise and committed investment in the field.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Brown Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Lincoln, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $7,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $2,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Center For Baptist Heritage And Studies | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Christian Ethics Today Foundation | $500 | Banner Elk, NC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $42,900 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Good Faith Media | $200 | Norman, OK, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Gretna Lions Club | $1,350 | Gretna, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Masonic Home Of Va | $2,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $200 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Rails To Trails Conservancy | $150 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation | $200 | Houston, TX, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $200 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Va Baptist Historical Society | $1,050 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| John Leland Center For Theological Studies | $1,000 | Arlington, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Masters Wardens And Past Masters Assoc | $2,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Masons Hall 1785 Foundation | $2,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| Everbless Foundation | $2,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2023 |
| American Forest Foundation | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Lincoln, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $28,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $2,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $25,000 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Cooperative Baptist Fellowship | $2,500 | Decatur, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $50,000 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Good Faith Media | $200 | Norman, OK, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| International Association Of Lions Clubs | $1,900 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Masonic Home Of Va | $200 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Rails To Trails Conservancy | $150 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation | $100 | Houston, TX, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $200 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| American Forest Foundation | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Lincoln, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $28,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $2,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $25,000 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Cooperative Baptist Fellowship | $2,500 | Decatur, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $50,000 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Good Faith Media | $200 | Norman, OK, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| International Association Of Lions Clubs | $1,900 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Masonic Home Of Va | $200 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Rails To Trails Conservancy | $150 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation | $100 | Houston, TX, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $200 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| American Forest Foundation | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Lincoln, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $28,500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $2,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $25,000 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Cooperative Baptist Fellowship | $2,500 | Decatur, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $50,000 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Good Faith Media | $200 | Norman, OK, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| International Association Of Lions Clubs | $1,900 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Masonic Home Of Va | $200 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $100 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Rails To Trails Conservancy | $150 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation | $100 | Houston, TX, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $200 | Baltimore, MD, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2022 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Nebraska City, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $2,680 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center | $1,000 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $37,700 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $200 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $200 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100 | Albert Lea, MN, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Third Chance Ministries - Grace & Main Church | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Virginia Baptist Foundation | $2,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Scottish Rite Foundation | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Masonic Home Of Va | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Cbf Of Va | $1,000 | Midlothian, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Good Faith Media | $200 | Norman, OK, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2021 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $32,473 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $1,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $3,500 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| Danville Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $35,500 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| International Association Of Lions Clubs | $900 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2020 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Nebraska City, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $1,680 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Baptist Theological Seminary At Richmond | $10,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Baptists Today | $100 | Macon, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $3,500 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Christian Ethics Today Foundation | $100 | Banner Elk, NC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Cooperative Baptist Fellowship | $1,000 | Decatur, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Danville Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Dcc Educational Foundation | $2,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center | $250 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $37,000 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Gretna Lions Club | $500 | Gretna, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Gretna Volunteer Fire Department | $500 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| House Of The Temple Historic Preservation Foundation Inc | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Masonic Home Of Va New Century Fund | $100 | Henrico, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100 | Albert Lea, MN, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Virginia Baptist Foundation | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | $1,000 | Orlando, FL, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Trinity Episcopal School | $500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Craven Community College Foundation | $1,000 | New Bern, NC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Women's Missionary Union Of Va | $1,200 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Baptist Women In Ministry | $500 | Atlanta, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Rails To Trails Conservancy | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Hopetree Family Services | $1,000 | Salem, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Third Chance Ministries - Grace & Main Church | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2018 |
| Baptist Theological Seminary At Richmond | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $1,750 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Center For Baptist Heritage And Studies | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $40,326 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100 | Albert Lea, MN, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Va Baptist Historical Society | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | $1,000 | Orlando, FL, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Nebraska City, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Baptists Today | $100 | Macon, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Danville Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Masonic Home Of Va New Century Fund | $100 | Henrico, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| House Of The Temple Historic Preservation Foundation Inc | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Virginia Voice | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Eagle Eyrie Baptist Conference Center | $250 | Lynchburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Gretna Lions Club | $500 | Gretna, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Baptist Joint Committee For Religious Liberty | $7,000 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Derbyshire Baptist Church | $1,000 | Henrico, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Baptist World Alliance | $1,000 | Fall Church, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Cooperative Baptist Fellowship | $2,000 | Decatur, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | $100 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| 3rd Chance Ministries | $1,000 | Dayton, OH, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| First Baptist Church Of Richmond | $500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| Virginia Baptist Foundation | $500 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2017 |
| American Forest Foundation | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Baptist Theological Seminary At Richmond | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Boy Scouts Of America | $3,500 | Roanoke, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Center For Baptist Heritage And Studies | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| First Baptist Church Of Gretna | $48,300 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| The Chesapeake Bay Foundation | $100 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| The Nature Conservancy | $100 | Albert Lea, MN, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Va Baptist Historical Society | $1,000 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | $900 | Orlando, FL, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Dcc Educational Foundation | $2,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | $100 | Nebraska City, NE, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Baptists Today | $100 | Macon, GA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Christian Ethics Today Foundation | $100 | Banner Elk, NC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Danville Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Danville, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Masonic Home Of Va New Century Fund | $100 | Henrico, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Baptist General Association Of Virginia | $2,840 | Richmond, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| The College Of William & Mary | $200 | Williamsburg, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Sr Hot Historic Preservation Foundation | $100 | Washington, DC, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
| Gretna Volunteer Fire Department | $500 | Gretna, VA, US | Unrestricted Contribution | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 31-6653585 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 2620 E GRETNA RD Gretna, VA 24557-4635 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Brown Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Trustee | Richard K Brown |
|---|---|
| Trustee | Ann F Brown |
Forms 990-PF
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- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
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