Burnstein Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burnstein Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,300 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $50,000. 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$129,300
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $189,710 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $274,300 | 8 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $189,710 | 22 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $129,300 | 8 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Burnstein 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 Burnstein Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 5 | $72,500 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| JNF | To support the mission of this organization. | $50,000 |
| Gary Burnstein Health Clinic | To support the mission of this organization. | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan Athletic Dept | To support the mission of this organization. | $25,000 |
| Temple Shir Shalom | To support the mission of this organization. | $12,500 |
| Basblue | To support the mission of this organization. | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Detroit | To support the mission of this organization. | $5,000 |
| Thrive Survivor Support Center | To support the mission of this organization. | $5,000 |
| Heal the Planet Together 2025 | To support the mission of this organization. | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian Burnstein
- Marcy Burnstein
Questions people ask
Does Burnstein Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burnstein Family Foundation give?
$129,300 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs Burnstein Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ian Burnstein (Director) and Marcy Burnstein (Director).
What does Burnstein Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.