Brauer Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, primarily focused on religious and faith-based initiatives. Its mission reflects a commitment to general operations of churches and religious organizations, as well as educational institutions. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, including religious charities, educational nonprofits, and organizations providing human services. While it is based in Michigan, its funding extends to various states, with a notable emphasis on supporting Lutheran charities and related organizations.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
501(c)(3) organizations with a faith-based/Lutheran identity or general operating needs; applicants with an existing relationship or local credibility are likely to match past practice.
Good Fit
- • Organization is a registered 501(c)(3) and can provide proof of tax-exempt status.
- • Mission aligns with Lutheran or broadly faith-based causes and general operating support.
- • Small- to mid-size nonprofit track record (historically many small grants were made).
- • Local connection to the foundation or a personal referral from donors/trustees.
Geography
Observed footprint is mixed: the 2022 filings show grants across 13 states, while the latest year’s giving was concentrated entirely in Ohio; overall geographic reach appears neither strictly local nor consistently national.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 42 distinct recipients in 2022 but only one recipient in 2023; across the two-year window many independent organizations were supported, although the most recent year was highly concentrated.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of steady turnover is limited by the two-year snapshot; however, the foundation lists application instructions, a rolling deadline, and a named contact address/phone, which support plausible access for unfamiliar applicants even though the latest year’s pattern is unclear.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
