Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Minnetonka, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $513,825 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $375,000. 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$513,825
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$375,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was up from $480,350 the year before.
23% 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 | $576,475 | 30 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $480,350 | 30 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $513,825 | 30 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
Rodney and Barbara Burwell 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 Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $375,000 |
| Minnesota | 26 | $127,425 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Denver | Career achievement center | $375,000 |
| Lundstrum Performing Arts | General charitable purposes | $25,025 |
| YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Friends of Minnesota Orchestra | General charitable purposes | $13,200 |
| Minneapolis Institute of Art | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Orchestra | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Can Do Canines | General charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Nscda Dumbarton House | General charitable purposes | $5,400 |
| Breck School | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Ducks Unlimited | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| University of St Thomas | General charitable purposes | $4,900 |
| Christ Presbyterian Church | General charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Wayzata Community Church | General charitable purposes | $4,000 |
| Children's Theatre Company | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Macphail Center for Music | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Minnesota Historical Society | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| St Olaf College | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Long Lake Volunteer Fireman's Relief Assocation | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Minnesota Opera | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Vocal Essence | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Proof Alliance | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| TPT | General charitable purposes | $1,200 |
| American Swedish Institute | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Edina Chamber Singers | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| The Retreat | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Water Mission | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Agate Housing Services | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Giving Voice | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Special Olympics of Minnesota | General charitable purposes | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara E Burwell
- Blake P Burwell
Questions people ask
Does Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation give?
$513,825 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara E Burwell (President, Director) and Blake P Burwell (Vice President, Director).
What does Rodney and Barbara Burwell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.