The Burke Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burke Family Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $152,268 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $101,513. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$152,268
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$101,513
- Assets$139,514
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $476,921 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $381,629 | 7 | $219,548 |
| 2024 | $476,921 | 6 | $28,461 |
| 2025 | $152,268 | 5 | $139,514 |
How to apply
The Burke 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 4 | $126,513 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,755 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Musical Instrument Museum | General charitable purposes of the musical instrument museum | $101,513 |
| Southern Methodist University | Funding of the burke family endowed scholarship fund | $25,755 |
| Desert Ice Skating Club of Arizona | Funding for general operating expenses, including ice rental, competition expenses, special events, with $5,000 designated specifically to the ice denettes synchonized skating program. | $10,000 |
| Phoenix Children's Foundation | General funding | $10,000 |
| Arizona Figure Skating Club | Funding for general operating expenses, including ice rental, competition expenses, and special events. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard T Burke Jr
- Julia Burke
- Micheal P O'Hearn
- Bianca I Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Burke Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burke Family Foundation give?
$152,268 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Burke Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard T Burke Jr (President), Julia Burke (Vice-President), Micheal P O'Hearn (Member) and Bianca I Burke (Secretary).