Burns Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burns Family Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.6 million in 27 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $1.4 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.6 million
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $211,550 the year before.
56% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $211,550 | 26 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $3.6 million | 27 | $0 |
How to apply
Burns Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Burns Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $1.4 million |
| Arizona | 12 | $738,445 |
| Idaho | 1 | $689,145 |
| New York | 1 | $689,145 |
| New Mexico | 5 | $40,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 3 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $450 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charles Schwab | Charitable donor advised funds | $1.4 million |
| Bidegain Family Foundation | Charitable foundation | $689,145 |
| Collins Family Foundation | Charitable foundation | $689,145 |
| Julie Ann Wrigley Foundation | Charitable foundation | $689,145 |
| Paws and Claws | General operating | $15,000 |
| Sun Devil Club | General operating | $11,500 |
| Valley Wise Health Foundation | General operating | $11,000 |
| Center Street Methodist Church | General operating | $10,000 |
| Diabetes Foundation of the High Pla | General operating | $10,000 |
| Vega Christs Community Church | General operating | $10,000 |
| New Mexico 4-H | General operating | $8,000 |
| New Mexico Business Professionals | General operating | $7,500 |
| Skyline Therapy Services | General operating | $7,500 |
| La Costa Canyon High School | General operating | $7,000 |
| Santa Rosa Consolidated Schools | General operating | $7,000 |
| Barb's Dog Rescue | General operating | $6,500 |
| Executive Council Charities | General operation | $5,000 |
| Ingleside Middle School | General operating | $5,000 |
| Brophy College Preparatory | General operating | $2,500 |
| Hopi Elementary School | General operating | $2,500 |
| St Francis Xavier | General operating | $2,250 |
| Crohn's & Colitis Found of America | General operating | $2,000 |
| Arcadia Lacrosse | General operations | $1,600 |
| Arizona Humane Society | General operating | $1,000 |
| Rob Machado Foundation | Charitable foundation | $1,000 |
| Sunshine Acres Childrens Home | General operating | $450 |
| Wake the World | General operating | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Patti Boyd Gentry
Questions people ask
Does Burns Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burns Family Foundation give?
$3.6 million in tax year 2024, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Burns Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Patti Boyd Gentry (President).
What does Burns Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.