The Joseph S Bruno Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderBirmingham, Alabama · EIN 63-0936234 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $12,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JENNIFER GRAY |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 530441, BIRMINGHAM AL 35253 |
| Phone | 2053134814 |
| Form and materials | PLEASE CONTACT MS. GRAY |
| Deadlines | PLEASE CONTACT MS. GRAY |
| Restrictions | PLEASE CONTACT MS. GRAY |
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
2% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Center for Early Intervention Programs | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | Auburn, AL | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Alabama | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Youthserve | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Foundations Early Learning and Family Center | Fairfield, AL | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Birmingham Talks | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Wooley Institue for Spoken Language | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Hica | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $13,000 |
| M-Power Ministries | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Ag Gaston Boys & Girls Club | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $12,000 |
| One Place Metro Family Justice Center | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $12,000 |
| Modern Classroom | Washington, DC | Charitable | $11,000 |
| The Wellhouse | Odenville, AL | Charitable | $11,000 |
| Mcwane Science Center | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,500 |
| American Advertising Federation of Roanoke | Huntsville, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alabama Symphony Orchestra | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Childcare Resources | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Children's Dance Foundation | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Hand in Paw | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The American Red Cross | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| United Ability | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kid One Transport System | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Central Alabama | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Oasis | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Preschool Partners | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Railroad Park Foundation | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Red Mountain Theatre Company | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Southeastern Diabetes Education Services | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Teach for America Alabama | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Alabama Holocaust Education Center | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Camp Smile a Mile | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Episcopal Place | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Bridge Ways | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Grace House Ministries | Fairfield, AL | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Create Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| State of Alabama Ballet | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Children's Harbor Inc | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Collat Jewish Family Services | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| The Exceptional Foundation | Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $549,500 | 40 |
| 2023 | $464,500 | 38 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533169349101453
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 63-0936234
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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