Bradley Impact Fund Inc
The Bradley Impact Fund is a donor-advised fund and 501(c)(3) public charity based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Founded in February 2012, it is the first donor-advised fund to be affiliated with a private foundation—specifically The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation. The organization serves as a philanthropic vehicle for conservative donors, providing advisory services and grantmaking support to advance conservative principles and causes across the United States.
Key facts about Bradley Impact Fund Inc
- EIN
- 45-4678325
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $47,888,378
- Grants made (2024)
- 402
- Average grant
- $119,125
- Median grant
- $14,250
- New grantees (estimate)
- 40% first-time grantees (142 of 353, 2024)
- Total assets
- $200,316,165
- Primary geography
- Arizona (24% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- Two-step application process through The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Bradley Impact Fund Inc funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Bradley Impact Fund Inc's 402 itemized 2024 grants were Arizona (24%), Wisconsin (17%) and Virginia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Milwaukee, WI (67 grants), Washington, DC (38 grants), Madison, WI (15 grants) and Chicago, IL (9 grants). 78% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Research" (3 grants) and "Capital Campaign" (3 grants).
Is Bradley Impact Fund Inc open to new grantees?
40%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 142 of 353 grantees (40%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $49K; repeat grants $194K. How we count
Medians: $10K first-time, $26K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2021–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
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Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$200.3M
+25.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$47.9M
+5.5% YoY
Grant Count
402
+58.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$119K
-33.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The Bradley Impact Fund serves as philanthropic advisors who educate, empower, and inspire donors to advance common principles through high-impact giving and the protection of donor intent.
Vision: The organization envisions a robust, national community of informed donors and partners who support and fund organizations that restore, strengthen, and protect America's founding principles and institutions.
The fund's grantmaking is organized around four core principles:
- Constitutional Order
- Free Markets
- Civil Society
- Informed Citizens
The organization supports individuals and nonprofit organizations that advance conservative ideas, public policy advocacy, and implementation locally, regionally, and nationwide. It provides grants to organizations that research public policy and educate the public on policy issues.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
** $5,000 to $1,500,000
How to Apply
** Two-step application process through The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation. Prospective grantees are directed to visit www.bradleyfdn.org and the "Grants" section for detailed information on grantmaking policies and application procedures.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
National focus throughout the United States.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 402 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
2023 Financial Data:
- Total revenues: $90,685,349
- Total expenses: $49,161,233
- Total assets: $159,276,607
- Number of employees: 10
2022 Financial Data:
- Gross receipts: $181,009,905
2020 Financial Data:
- Total revenue: $108,123,443
- Total expenses: $67,735,663
- Total assets: $115,040,326
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $200,316,165 | $159,276,607 | $115,040,326 |
| Revenue | $79,496,121 | $90,685,349 | $108,123,443 |
| Expenses | $51,939,561 | $49,161,233 | $67,735,663 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $9,186,854 | $2,932,670 | $-130,201 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
1,085 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Turning Point USA ($10,389,921), Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Inc ($5,002,000 across 2 grants), Leadership Institute ($3,014,050).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TURNING POINT USA Phoenix, AZ | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $10,389,921 |
| MILWAUKEE SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA INC Milwaukee, WI | MSO ENDOWMENT FUND | $5,000,000 |
| LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE Arlington, VA | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $3,014,050 |
| COUNTY CITIZENS DEFENDING FREEDOM USA FOUNDATION INC Mulberry, FL | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $2,475,000 |
| EVERGREEN FREEDOM FOUNDATION Olympia, WA | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $1,924,654 |
| MOMS FOR AMERICA Branson, MO | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $1,701,000 |
| BLACK PASTORS UNITED FOR EDUCATION Harrisburg, PA | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $1,516,399 |
| FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN HIGHER EDUCATION Princeton, NJ | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $1,078,847 |
| DO NO HARM Glen Allen, VA | GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT. | $1,010,000 |
| GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC Atlanta, GA | LEARNING ENGINEERING TOOLS COMPETITION | $900,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Gabriel Conger serves as President of the Bradley Impact Fund. Prior to this role, he served as adviser to the president for donor relations at the Heritage Foundation and previously worked at the Leadership Institute.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriel Conger | President | 40 | $249,814 |
| John Beagle | Chair | 5 | — |
| Phillip Prange | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Stephen Einhorn | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Patrick English | Director | 0.5 | — |
| James Arthrur Pope | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Roger Ream | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Curt Culver | Chair (Until 4/22/24) | 5 | — |
| Kathryn Murphy Burke | Director (Until 4/22/24) | 0.5 | — |
| Kala Hill | Vice President | 40 | $143,726 |
| Jason Kohout | Secretary | 1 | — |
| Sherry Street | Senior Philanthropic Advisor | 40 | $146,443 |
| Chris Ciancimino | Philanthropic Advisor | 40 | $133,163 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bradley Impact Fund Inc fund?
**Mission:** The Bradley Impact Fund serves as philanthropic advisors who educate, empower, and inspire donors to advance common principles through high-impact giving and the protection of donor intent. **Vision:** The organization envisions a robust, national community of informed donors and partners who support and fund organizations that restore, strengthen, and protect America's founding principles and institutions. The fund's grantmaking is organized around four core principles: • Constitu…
How do I apply for a grant from Bradley Impact Fund Inc?
Two-step application process through The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Bradley Impact Fund Inc make grants?
National focus throughout the United States.
What size grants does Bradley Impact Fund Inc award?
In 2024, Bradley Impact Fund Inc awarded 402 grants totaling $47.9M — an average of about $119K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Bradley Impact Fund Inc's EIN?
Bradley Impact Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4678325. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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