The Brett and Deborah Barker Foundation
Invitation OnlyReno, Nevada · EIN 20-1186903 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$250K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$2.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $30,000.
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
8% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washoe County School District - Child and Family Services Department | Reno, NV | Fund children in transition program | $50,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Sparks, NV | General support | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows | Reno, NV | General support | $40,000 |
| Children's Cabinet | Reno, NV | General support | $30,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | New York, NY | General support | $25,000 |
| Northern Nevada Hopes | Reno, NV | General support | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | Reno, NV | General support | $10,000 |
| The Eddy House | Reno, NV | General support | $10,000 |
| Community Health Alliance Foundation | Reno, NV | General support | $10,000 |
| Northern Nevada Children's Cancer Foundation | Reno, NV | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Nevada Reno | Reno, NV | General support | $5,000 |
| Safe Talk for Teens | Reno, NV | General support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $250,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $250,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543179349102504
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1186903
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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