The Burdette Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Burdette Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pass Christian, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,500 in 55 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $44,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$200,500
- Number of grants55
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$44,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees49%
Giving in 2024 was up from $86,000 the year before.
49% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $86,000 | 35 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $200,500 | 55 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Burdette Family Foundation 1201 E Second St, Pass Christian, MS 39571 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (228) 575-3119 |
| What to submit | Written explanation of program with outline of proposed fund usage. |
| Deadlines | No submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | No restrictions on applications |
What The Burdette Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 26 | $92,000 |
| Georgia | 12 | $62,500 |
| Virginia | 3 | $24,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 3 | $3,500 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Christian outreach program | $44,000 |
| Episcapal Relief & Development | Disaster relief | $20,000 |
| Lifecycle Building Center | Nonprofit retailer | $15,000 |
| Push Push Theater & Film | Develop creative artist opportunity | $10,000 |
| BGCGC Qatar Center | Developmental programs for children | $5,000 |
| Columbia Presbyterian Church | Promote christianity | $5,000 |
| Hirsch Academy | Educating neurodivergent students | $5,000 |
| Repurpose Savannah | Material preservation | $5,000 |
| Wylde Center Oakhurst Garden | Community garden | $5,000 |
| Earth Haven Ecovillage | Self-contained community living | $5,000 |
| Fleur Forage Free Clinic | Holistic care for the homeless | $5,000 |
| Ces Foundation | To provide innovative learning | $4,000 |
| Humane Society of South Ms | Promote ethical treatment of animals | $4,000 |
| St Mary's Episcopal Church | Faith education | $4,000 |
| Better Living Together | Aid adults with developmental issues | $3,500 |
| Gone Fishing Ministries | Feeding the needy in community | $3,000 |
| MLK Service Project | House reapirs for the elderly | $3,000 |
| PCHS Renaissance Club | Student incentive program | $3,000 |
| L'arche Atlanta | Help people with disabilities | $2,500 |
| St Peters by the Sea Eoiscopal | Christian outreach | $2,500 |
| The Conservation Fund | Community & economic development | $2,500 |
| Woodlands Garden of Decatur | Community garden | $2,500 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | Breast caner research | $2,000 |
| Camp Able | Camp for diverse children | $2,000 |
| Canine Companions | Therapy animals | $2,000 |
| Casa of Hancock County | Provide advocacy for abused children | $2,000 |
| Feed My Sheep | Provide meals to the needy | $2,000 |
| Hope Haven | Assist in foster care placement | $2,000 |
| Mercy Fight Southeast Inc | Provide medical transport of needy | $2,000 |
| Pass Christian School District | To promote athletics | $2,000 |
| The King's Kitchen | Feed the needy | $2,000 |
| The Lad Project | Education | $2,000 |
| Trinity Dog Park | Safe haven for dogs | $2,000 |
| Papa Ministries | Christian ministry | $2,000 |
| The Nature Conservatory | Educate on planets nature challenges | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Pass Chritian Librar | Public library | $1,000 |
| Giving Kitchen | Emergency food provider | $1,000 |
| Make-A Wish Mississipi | Wishes granted for ill children | $1,000 |
| Mississippi Aquarium | Marine education and research | $1,000 |
| Pass Christian Dance Boosters | To promote athletics | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ernest Burdette
- Martha Burdette
Questions people ask
Does The Burdette Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No submission deadlines.
How much does The Burdette Family Foundation give?
$200,500 in tax year 2024, across 55 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Burdette Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ernest Burdette (President) and Martha Burdette (Secretary/Tr).
What does The Burdette Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.