The Burroughs Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burroughs Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $190,554 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$190,554
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $131,500 the year before.
30% 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 | $155,000 | 24 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $131,500 | 21 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $190,554 | 24 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Burroughs 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 The Burroughs Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $166,554 |
| Utah | 4 | $12,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $6,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amelia Island Chamber Music Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Baptist Health System Foundation Inc | BMCN Strategic Initiative Fund | $25,000 |
| Book Island Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $18,554 |
| Take Stock in Children of Nassau County | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Amelia Island Opera Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Book Island Festival Inc | Amelia Island Book Festival | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Nassau County Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Arts Alive Nassau Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Barnabas Center Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jacksonville Symphony Association | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Ability Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| U S Constitution Scholarship Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kid Smart | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Nashville Symphony Association | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Park City Opera | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Utah Symphony & Opera | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| Deette Holden Cummer Museum Foundation Inc | Cummer Amelia Fund | $2,000 |
| Jacksonville Zoological Society Inc | for Manatee research | $2,000 |
| Memorial Park Association Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Mountain Trails Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Nassau Humane Society Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Safari West Wildlife Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| San Marco Chamber Music Society | San Marco Quartet | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy L Bartmess
- Richard Burroughs
Questions people ask
Does The Burroughs Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burroughs Family Foundation give?
$190,554 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Burroughs Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nancy L Bartmess (Trustee) and Richard Burroughs (Trustee).
What does The Burroughs Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.