The Robert H Brethen Foundation
Historical FunderLenoir City, Tennessee · EIN 31-1213173 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | DAVID M BRETHEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 1359 ZEPHER DRIVE, LENOIR CITY TN 377721476 |
| Phone | 9372876906 |
| DMBRETHEN@CELSTARGROUP.COM | |
| Form and materials | THERE IS NO PARTICULAR FORM OR FORMAT REQUIRED. ANY APPLICATION SHOULD PROVIDE SUFFICIENT INFORMATION TO ENABLE THE TRUSTEE TO ASCERTAIN THE NEED FOR AND THE PROPOSED USE OF THE FUNDS SOUGHT AND TO DETERMINE THAT THE RESTRICTIONS IN 2D WILL NOT BE VIOLATED. |
| Deadlines | THERE ARE NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | AWARDS ARE AVAILABLE (1) TO OR FOR THE USE OF THE UNITED STATES, ANY STATE, TERRITORY, ANY POLITICAL SUBDIVISION THEREOF, OR THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, FOR EXCLUSIVELY PUBLIC PURPOSES OR (2) TO OR FOR THE USE OF ANY CORPORATION, TRUST, COMMUNITY CHEST, FUND OR FOUNDATION ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR RELIGIOUS, CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, LITERACY, OR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES, (3) AT LEAST 65% OF FUNDS DISTRIBUTED SHALL BE FOR USE WITHIN THE GREATER DAYTON OHIO AREA. |
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
71% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Valley Hospital Foundation | Dayton, OH | Raise community support for cutting-edge programs. | $495,632 |
| Fort Sanders Foundation | Knoxville, TN | Donation to support healthcare programs | $100,000 |
| Pelotonia | Columbus, OH | Donation for cancer research | $40,000 |
| Montgomery County Law Enforcement Memorial Association | Dayton, OH | Support families and coworkers of fallen or injured officers | $30,000 |
| Thrivent Charitable Impact & Investing | Minneapolis, MN | Donation to support community | $25,000 |
| Lenoir City | Lenoir City, TN | Donation for recreation programs | $15,000 |
| National Fire Safety Council | Michigan Center, MI | Provide local fire departments with life safety and educational materials | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $706,632 | 7 |
| 2023 | $240,000 | 10 |
| 2022 | $625,560 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 9, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642529349100914
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1213173
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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