Brandt Foundation Inc
Historical FunderSpringfield, Illinois · EIN 46-1812700 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ALEX LOVDAHL |
|---|---|
| Address | 2935 S KOKE MILL RD, SPINGFIELD IL 62711 |
| Phone | 2175475800 |
| FOUNDATION@BRANDT.COM | |
| Form and materials | ORGANIZATIONS SEEKING GRANTS SHOULD FIRST REVIEW THE FOUNDATION'S GRANT GUIDELINES AND PROCESS AVAILABLE AT HTTPS://THEBRANDTFOUNDATION.ORG. THERE IS A TWO-STEP PROCESS, BEGINNING WITH A LETTER OF INQUIRY (LOI), WHICH CONSISTS OF BRIEF ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION, AMOUNT OF FUNDS REQUESTED, PURPOSE OF FUNDS REQUESTED, AND THE ORGANIZATION'S TAX STATUS. IF THE ORGANIZATION'S LOI IS APPROVED, THE APPLICANT IS INVITED TO PROVIDE MORE DETAILS THROUGH AN ONLINE PORTAL. THE FORMAL GRANT APPLICATIONS COMPLETED ARE THEN REVIEWED AT THE FOUNDATION'S NEXT BOARD MEETING. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS CLOSE APPROXIMATELY ONE MONTH BEFORE EACH SEMI-ANNUAL BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING. |
| Restrictions | THE BRANDT FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS WILL CONSIDER QUALIFIED LETTERS OF INQUIRY RECEIVED FROM U.S.-BASED ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE SECTION 501 (C)(3) AND HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED FOR AT LEAST 3 YEARS. IF YOU ARE A 509 (A)(3) SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION, PLEASE BE PREPARED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. GRANTS ARE NOT MADE DIRECTLY TO INDIVIDUALS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Ministries | Tampa, FL | Donation to aid those affected by hurricanes milton and helene | $21,585 |
| Humane Society of Tampa Bay | Tampa, FL | Donation to aid those affected by hurricanes milton and helene | $21,585 |
| Llcc Foundation | Springfield, IL | Donation to fund scholarships | $20,000 |
| Progressive Agriculture Foundation | Birmingham, AL | Donation to safety day program | $10,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | Champaign, IL | Donation to support education | $10,000 |
| Springfield Sparc | Springfield, IL | Donation to support community gardens | $10,000 |
| Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA | Tampa, FL | Donation to support the veggie van program | $7,500 |
| Abudant Life Ranch | Reedley, CA | Donation to support education project | $7,500 |
| Central California Food Bank | Fresno, CA | Donation to support a groceries program | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Livingston County | Pontiac, IL | Donation to support healthy lifestyle | $5,000 |
| The Kind Mouse Productions Inc | St Petersburg, FL | Donation to support alleviating childhood hunger | $5,000 |
| Kumler UMC Outreach Ministries | Springfield, IL | Donation to support the building of greenhouses in the community | $5,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Church | Streamwood, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| Washington Street Mission | Springfield, IL | General support | $5,000 |
| Illinois Ffa Alumni Association | Springfield, IL | Donation to alumni annual meeting | $2,500 |
| St Jude | Memphis, TN | Donation to saddle up for st. jude | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $141,670 | 16 |
| 2023 | $84,688 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 25, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522689349100717
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-1812700
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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