The Burden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burden Foundation is a private foundation in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $917,671 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $523,950. 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$917,671
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$523,950
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $304,466 the year before.
50% 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 | $923,861 | 3 | $13.2 million |
| 2024 | $304,466 | 2 | $14.5 million |
| 2025 | $917,671 | 3 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
The Burden 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 Burden Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 3 | $917,671 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LSU Foundation | Education | $523,950 |
| LSU Foundation | Education | $250,000 |
| Baton Rouge Area Foundation | Donor advised fund | $143,721 |
Officers and trustees
- William Silvia
- Annette D Barton
- G Trippe Hawthorne
- Steele Buckholtz
- Leonard L Kilgore III
- Dr Tom J Meek
- Frances Monroe
- Brandon Parlange
- Dorsey Peek
- Ann Wilkinson
- Juliet M Youngblood
- Carlton Monroe
- Luke Laborde Jr
- Susan Turner
- James Poche
Questions people ask
Does The Burden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burden Foundation give?
$917,671 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Burden Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Silvia (President), Annette D Barton (Vice Preside), G Trippe Hawthorne (Secretary) and Steele Buckholtz (Treasurer) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does The Burden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.