The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land
Our mission is to unite the community and work hand in hand with businesses and individuals who share our passion for supporting our first responders. We strive to champion their efforts by raising funds for life-saving equipment, providing educational scholarships, and addressing the urgent needs of our finest & bravest families which include fire, ems, and police.
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land at a glance
In short: The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land gave $200K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $200K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $200,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $200,000
- Median grant
- $200,000
- Total assets
- $309,959
- +21.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was City of Sugar Land ($200K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $200K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Sugar Land Sugar Land, TX | Provide support for purchase of ancillary equipment for the benefit of our first responders and community as designated by the police and fire chiefs. | $200,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $309,959 | $482,164 | $427,917 | $200,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $255,712 | $451,857 | $196,145 | — | — |
About The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land
Based on IRS filings
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Sugar Land, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $310K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $200K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land is led by Suzanne Whatley, President on every filing since 2023; 1 of 15 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Suzanne Whatley
President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lacie Chambers
Director of Development
On filings since 2023
$44K (2024)
Alim Maredia
Board Member
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Beth Wolf
Administrator
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Brandon Buell
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Doug Goff
Board Member
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Gary Becker
Vice President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary Favre
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2024
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Pete Olson
Board Member
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Scott West
Board Member
Board Member & Event Co-Chairs → Board Member, 2024
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jimmy Thompson
Advisory Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Mark Campisi
Advisory Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Naushad Kermally
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Pete Lara
Advisory Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Teresa Preza
Board Member
New on the 2024 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (7)
- Former: Carla Mondt (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Debbie Marcell (2023) — Event Co-Chairs
- Former: Doug Boeker (2023) — Advisory Member
- Former: James Thompson (2023) — Secretary & Treasurer
- Former: Kk West (2023) — Event Co-Chairs
- Former: Mark Poland (2023) — Advisory Member
- Former: Marvin Marcell (2023) — Event Co-Chairs
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $44K, to Lacie Chambers (Director of Development).
Frequently asked questions about The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land
How much does The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land give each year?
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land gave $200K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land?
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land reported $310K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $482K.
What is The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land?
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Sugar Land, TX. It holds $310K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land operate?
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land has awarded grants in Texas.
What is The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land's EIN?
The Finest & Bravest Foundation of Sugar Land's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-3318838. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS December 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2023–2024
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