Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $69,150 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$69,150
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,800 the year before.
67% 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 | $36,000 | 5 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,800 | 7 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $69,150 | 9 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Edward & Freyda 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 Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $57,500 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $11,400 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillel of Broward & Palm Beach Counties | Payment for charitable activites related to providing experiences that foster connections to judaism and israel | $20,000 |
| Jafco | To provide care, safety and support children and their families within jewish community | $18,000 |
| Best Foot Forward | Payment for foster care youth educational opportunities | $17,500 |
| Pillar Care Continuum | To enhance lives of people with disabilities | $5,000 |
| Link School of Education | Bridging the achievement and opportunity gaps for underserved urban youth | $5,000 |
| Boca Raton Regional Hospital | Provides patient care for all medical fields | $2,000 |
| Harding Bridle Trail | Preservation and maintenance of trail system | $1,000 |
| New Vernon Fire Department | Protect and serve community | $400 |
| American Jewish Committee | To enhance well-being of the jewish people and israel | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Burns
- Dan Burns
- Darren Burns
- Douglas Burns
- David Burns
Questions people ask
Does Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation give?
$69,150 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Burns (Director), Dan Burns (Director), Darren Burns (Director) and Douglas Burns (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Edward & Freyda Burns Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and education.