The Burke Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burke Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,200 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$82,200
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $52,550 the year before.
47% 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 | $52,550 | 15 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,200 | 17 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Burke Family Charitable 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 The Burke Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $24,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $5,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joni and Friends | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Watermark Community Church - Fort Worth | General & Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Atlas Team Inc | To Support Atlas Rattlers Football Organization and Related Activities | $5,000 |
| Gods World Publications Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Happy Hill Farm Childrens Home Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Texas Ballet Theater Inc | Capital Campaign | $5,000 |
| Westminster Theological Seminary | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Christian Radio for Russia NFP | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Desiring God Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hillsdale College | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| National Center on Sexual Exploitation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Samaritans Purse | Ukraine War Crisis | $500 |
| The Colson Center for Christian Worldview | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Union Gospel Mission of Tarrant County | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| CO2 Coalition Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Faith Ann Burke
- John P Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Burke Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burke Family Charitable Foundation give?
$82,200 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Burke Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Faith Ann Burke (Dir) and John P Burke (Pres, Sec, Treas, Dir).
What does The Burke Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.