Burnett Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burnett Family Foundation is a private foundation in Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $650,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $205,500 the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $209,500 | 10 | $4.2 million |
| 2023 | $205,500 | 12 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 13 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Burnett 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 Burnett Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | General support | $650,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines | General support | $345,544 |
| Des Moines Water Works Park Foundation | General support | $100,000 |
| Blank Park Zoo | General support | $25,000 |
| Des Moines Symphony | General support | $20,000 |
| Variety Club of Iowa | General support | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Iowa | General support | $10,000 |
| John Stoddard Cancer Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Central Iowa Shelter Services | General support | $5,000 |
| Easter Seals - Iowa | General support | $2,500 |
| Creative Expression Workshops | General support | $2,500 |
| Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation | General support | $1,200 |
| Heritage Carousel of Des Moines | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert A Burnett Jr
- Gregory van Burnett
- Douglas Worth Burnett
- Penelope Gloria Burnett
- David Mark Burnett
- H Stephen Burnett
Questions people ask
Does Burnett Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burnett Family Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Burnett Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert A Burnett Jr (Trustee), Gregory van Burnett (Trustee), Douglas Worth Burnett (Trustee) and Penelope Gloria Burnett (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Burnett Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and arts and culture.