The Richard T Brennan Fair Winds Memorial Foundation Ltd
Invitation OnlyAnnapolis, Maryland · EIN 87-2565234 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$30K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$27K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $25,000.
From the return
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
66% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Citadel Foundation | Charleston, SC | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Hospice of the Chesapeake | Severna Park, MD | Scholarships | $2,500 |
| Florida Polytechnic University | Lakeland, FL | Scholarships | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $2,250 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 27, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600869349100115
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-2565234
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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