Bryan Foundation
Invitation OnlyGrand Rapids, Michigan · EIN 38-2292185 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $3,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fields of Boyne City | Boyne City, MI | Charitable work | $3,500 |
| Young Life of Boyne City | Traverse City, MI | Charitable work | $3,000 |
| Nazareth Academy | Lagrange, IL | Charitable work | $3,000 |
| The Healing Center | Cincinnati, OH | Charitable work | $2,250 |
| First United Methodist Church | Vero Beach, FL | Charitable work | $2,000 |
| Petoskeyharbor Springs Foundation | Petoskey, MI | Charitable work | $500 |
| Casa of Kent County | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable work | $500 |
| Junior League of Grand Rapids | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable work | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Kent County | Grand Rapids, MI | Charitable work | $250 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($2,750). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,000 | 13 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $13,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611399349100026
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-2292185
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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