James Burns Trust
Preselected recipients only
James Burns Trust is a private foundation in Waterbury, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $13,500. 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$77,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$13,500
- Assets$760,892
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,250 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,250 | 17 | $749,461 |
| 2024 | $70,250 | 19 | $776,949 |
| 2025 | $77,500 | 23 | $760,892 |
How to apply
James Burns Trust 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 James Burns Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 11 | $47,750 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $11,750 |
| New York | 2 | $4,750 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $4,500 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Connecticut | Scholarship | $13,500 |
| Central Connecticut State University | Scholarship | $7,500 |
| Southern CT State University | Scholarship | $5,500 |
| Springfield College | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of Hartford | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| University of Connecticut - Hartford Cam Office of the Bursar | Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Tunxis Community College | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Quinnipiac University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Allan Hancock College | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Shippensburg University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Eastern Connecticut State University Bursars Office | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Iona University | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Capital Community College Office of Student Financial Aid | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| American International College Bursars Office | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| Cornell University | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,250 |
| Brown University Cashier Office | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| University of Rhode Island | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Bentley University Bursar's Office | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Delaware Valley University Bursar's Office | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Western CT State University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of New Haven | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Webster Bank
Questions people ask
Does James Burns Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James Burns Trust give?
$77,500 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs James Burns Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Webster Bank (Trustee).
What does James Burns Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.