Burgess Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burgess Family Foundation is a private foundation in Kansas City, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $116,881 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $18,000. 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$116,881
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $18,000 the year before.
64% 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 | $18,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $116,881 | 15 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Burgess 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 Burgess Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 14 | $115,881 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Atkins Museum of Art | General donation | $18,000 |
| Fix Em KC | General donation | $15,000 |
| The Pembroke Hill School | General donation | $15,000 |
| KC Symphony | General donation | $11,750 |
| KC Common Good | General donation | $7,500 |
| Kitty Cat Connection | General donation | $7,500 |
| Hope House | General donation | $7,500 |
| Community Capital Fund | General donation | $7,500 |
| Rose Brooks Center | General donation | $5,200 |
| Michael Kuehl Memorial Scholarship | General donation | $5,000 |
| Mocsa | General donation | $5,000 |
| M'shoogy's Emergency Animal Rescue | General donation | $5,000 |
| Nelson Atkins Museum of Art | Material donation | $3,931 |
| Children's Mercy | 5k donation | $2,000 |
| Erics Camp Fund | General donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherrie Burgess
- Chasitie Walden
Questions people ask
Does Burgess Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burgess Family Foundation give?
$116,881 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Burgess Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sherrie Burgess (Trustee) and Chasitie Walden (Trustee).
What does Burgess Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.