William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP
Accepts applications
William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP is a private foundation in Dixon, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,943 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $475 and the largest $7,250. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$34,943
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$475
- Largest grant$7,250
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $38,800 the year before.
59% 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 | $62,325 | 34 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $38,800 | 37 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $34,943 | 32 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Beverly Burkardt 1660 Overlook Dr, Dixon, IL 61021 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (815) 946-3081, bburkardt@frontiernet.net |
| What to submit | For scholarship awards, students must send in a written request for funds along with a brief resume of academic qualifications. This is usually submitted via a transcript of grades. The foundation then reviews the request and will award funds to the most deserving candidates to assist the individuals in pursuing higher education at a college or university. |
What William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 19 | $25,868 |
| Alabama | 2 | $2,250 |
| Iowa | 1 | $1,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,500 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $1,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $650 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $450 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $400 |
| California | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Square | Operating contribution | $7,250 |
| Polo Historical Society | Operating contribution | $4,549 |
| Sauk Valley Community College | Education | $3,000 |
| Polo Senior Center | Operating contribution | $2,629 |
| Village of Mount Morris | Operating contribution | $2,500 |
| St Anne's Church | Operating contribution | $2,000 |
| Iowa State University | Education | $1,500 |
| University of Alabama | Education | $1,500 |
| University of Missouri | Education | $1,500 |
| Samaritan Purse - Hurricane Relief | Operating contribution | $1,000 |
| Polo Lions Club | Operating contribution | $965 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | Operating contribution | $750 |
| Aurora University | Education | $500 |
| University of Louisville | Education | $500 |
| University of Wisconsin Platteville | Education | $500 |
| Waukesha Co Technical College | Education | $500 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | Operating contribution | $450 |
| 100 Women Who Care | Operating contribution | $400 |
| Polo Life Line | Operating contribution | $400 |
| University of Massachusetts | Education | $400 |
| Dixon Food Pantry | Operating contribution | $300 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Operating contribution | $250 |
| Dixon in Bloom | Operating contribution | $200 |
| Newman Central Catholic High School | Education | $200 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Operating contribution | $200 |
| Troopathon | Operating contribution | $200 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Operating contribution | $150 |
| Dixon Firefighter Association | Operating contribution | $150 |
| Rock River Hospice and Home | Operating contribution | $150 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Operating contribution | $125 |
| Polo Area Community Theatre | Operating contribution | $125 |
| Serenity Hospice and Home Foundation | Operating contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- William Burkardt
- Beverly Burkardt
- Patricia Brewer
- Paula Faivre
- Penny Burkardt
Questions people ask
Does William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP give?
$34,943 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $475.
Who runs William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP?
Its 2025 filing lists William Burkardt (President), Beverly Burkardt (Vice President), Patricia Brewer (Director) and Paula Faivre (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does William & Beverly Burkardt Family Foundation NFP fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.