The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation is a private foundation in Osprey, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $139,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $61,000. 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$139,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$61,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was down from $157,320 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $125,000 | 11 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $157,320 | 10 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $139,000 | 7 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The John D & Leslie Henner 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 The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $119,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Music appreciation | $61,000 |
| Chicago Academy of Sciencespeggy Notebaert Museum | Provide science and nature educational programs. | $50,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Provides food to food pantries, shelters, soup kitchens and other programs. | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Provides food to food pantries, shelters, soup kitchens and other programs. | $5,000 |
| Owc Scholarship Program | Provide scholarships | $5,000 |
| The Stanford Fund | Provide scholarships | $5,000 |
| Civitas Ensemble | Support the performing arts | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Burns
- Leslie Henner Burns
- Elizabeth J Burns
- John W Burns
Questions people ask
Does The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation give?
$139,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John D Burns (Pres/Treas/Director), Leslie Henner Burns (Vp/Sec/Director), Elizabeth J Burns (Director) and John W Burns (Director).
What does The John D & Leslie Henner Burns Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and food and hunger.