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Est.

1993

Fiscal Year Start

Dec 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Bryan Educational Institute is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting educational initiatives, having disbursed a total of $6.6K in grants since its inception in 2017. This funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

THE MISSION OF THE BRYAN MUSEUM IS TO BRING THE HISTORY OF TEXAS AND THE AMERICAN WEST TO LIFE. THROUGH ITS WORLD-CLASS COLLECTIONS, EXHIBITIONS, AND EDUCATIONAL HISTORY AND LITERACY PROGRAMS, STUDENTS OF ALL AGES GET A CHANCE TO EXPERIENCE THE STORIES OF YESTERDAY AND WRITE THE STORIES OF TOMORROW.
Total Funding Given
$6.6K
2017
Grantees funded
5
Multi-year grantees
20%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
11
Median 1st year grant
$200
Median 2nd year grant
$300
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
M
Melissa Murphy
Board Member
C
Carol Bulla
Board Member
R
Roland Sledge
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE?
No. BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE give?
BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Tennessee, and Missouri. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE make each year?
In 2017, BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $6,573. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE fund recently?
In 2025, BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE awarded grants to about 5 grantees. Recent grantees include GALVESTON ART LEAGUE INC, TEXAS HISTORICAL FOUNDATION, and GALVESTON HISTORICAL FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE?
BRYAN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.