The Burdick-Thorne Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burdick-Thorne Foundation is a private foundation in Kalamazoo, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $498,500 in 73 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$498,500
- Number of grants73
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees19%
Giving in 2024 was up from $440,500 the year before.
19% of its 2024 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 | $440,500 | 64 | $11.7 million |
| 2024 | $498,500 | 73 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
The Burdick-Thorne 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 Burdick-Thorne Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 72 | $495,500 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | Youth concerts | $50,000 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | Community engagement and deia programs | $25,000 |
| Milestone Senior Services | New home, new hope campaign | $25,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Music outreach program | $25,000 |
| Kalamazoo Cultural Center | Anchoring the arts campaign for the epic center | $20,000 |
| Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition | Inspire access to arts & innovation capital campaign | $20,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Burdick-thorne medallion scholarship program | $16,000 |
| Bronson Health Foundation | Urgent care center | $15,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Miller auditorium ada restroom for performers | $15,000 |
| Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo | Operating support | $11,000 |
| Family & Children Services | Operating support | $11,000 |
| Fontana Chamber Arts | Education and community engagement program | $10,500 |
| American Red Cross of Southwest Michigan | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | Light fine arts hvac | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | Scholarships for private lessons and ensembles | $10,000 |
| Kalamazoo College | Visiting artist fund | $8,500 |
| Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes | Operating support | $7,500 |
| Kalamazoo Nature Center | Operating support | $7,500 |
| Kalamazoo Valley Community College Foundation | Scholarship assistance | $7,500 |
| Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra | Barry ross guest violinist fund | $7,000 |
| Milestone Senior Services | Operating support | $6,500 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency Fdn | Arts in head start | $6,500 |
| YWCA of Kalamazoo | Operating support | $6,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo | Annual campaign | $6,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Kalamazoo | Operating support | $6,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kalamazoo | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Gryphon Place | Building connection capital campaign | $5,000 |
| Centrica Care Navigators | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Housing Resources | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Regional Educational Service Agency Fdn | Scholarship assistance | $5,000 |
| Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Julius & Esther Stulberg Competition | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Ellsworth smith international trumpet competition | $5,000 |
| Heritage Community of Kalamazoo Foundation | Memory care learning center fund | $5,000 |
| Irving S Gilmore International Piano Festival | Awadagin pratt and sphinx virtuosi concert | $5,000 |
| American Red Cross of Southwest Michigan | Tornado relief | $5,000 |
| Wmu Foundation | Miller auditorium ada restroom for patrons | $5,000 |
| Kalamazoo Choral Arts | Operating support | $4,000 |
| Community Healing Centers | Operating support | $4,000 |
| Ministry With Community | Operating support | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Melvin
- Loyal A Eldridge III
- Betsy V Thorne
- Andrea M Thorne
- Bradley E Weller
Questions people ask
Does The Burdick-Thorne Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burdick-Thorne Foundation give?
$498,500 in tax year 2024, across 73 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Burdick-Thorne Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James C Melvin (President/Trustee), Loyal A Eldridge III (Vice Pres/Secretary/Trustee), Betsy V Thorne (Trustee) and Andrea M Thorne (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Burdick-Thorne Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.