The Braun Foundation
Invitation OnlyGolden Valley, Minnesota · EIN 41-1731107 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$103K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $35,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
28% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Cities Gay Men's Chorus | Minneapolis, MN | Charitable - general fund | $43,000 |
| Avenues for Youth | Minneapolis, MN | Charitable-General fund | $35,000 |
| Covenant House | Minneapolis, MN | Charitable - general fund | $5,000 |
| Unicef | New York, NY | Charitable - general fund | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's | Edina, MN | Charitable - general fund | $5,000 |
| Gillette Children's Foundation | St Paul, MN | Charitable - general fund | $5,000 |
| Kind Fund | New York, NY | Charitable - general fund | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $103,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $163,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542339349100509
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1731107
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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