The Burch Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burch Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$54.6 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
26% 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 | $2.2 million | 33 | $51.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 35 | $54.6 million |
How to apply
The Burch 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 The Burch Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 29 | $2.7 million |
| New Jersey | 2 | $9,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | General support | $2.0 million |
| Fund for NYC Public Schools | General support | $350,000 |
| Southampton Hospital Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Henry Street Settlement | General support | $49,400 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $33,000 |
| St James Church | General support | $31,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General support | $25,000 |
| Metropolitan Museum of Art | General support | $25,000 |
| Urban Stages | General support | $25,000 |
| Citizen's Budget Committee | General support | $20,000 |
| Manhattan Institute | General support | $10,000 |
| Carnegie Hall | General support | $8,500 |
| Princeton University | General support | $7,000 |
| Lincoln Center | General support | $6,000 |
| Cate School | General support | $5,000 |
| East Hampton Healthcare | General support | $5,000 |
| Harvard Business School | General support | $5,000 |
| NYC Ballet | General support | $5,000 |
| Brearley School | General support | $3,000 |
| Ny Philharmonic | General support | $3,000 |
| Citizens Committee for Children | General support | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General support | $2,000 |
| Learning Ally | General support | $2,000 |
| Maidstone Charitable Trust | General support | $2,000 |
| Prep for Prep | General support | $2,000 |
| Sketchbook Theatre | General support | $2,000 |
| Chapin School | General support | $1,000 |
| Friends of NYC Nurses | General support | $1,000 |
| Rockefeller University | General support | $1,000 |
| St Bernards | General support | $1,000 |
| University School of Milwaukee | General support | $1,000 |
| East Hampton Library | General support | $500 |
| East Hampton Historical Society | General support | $500 |
| East Hampton Village Preservation Society | General support | $500 |
| Peconic Land Trust | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Burch III
- Dale Burch
- Robert Burch
- Catherine Burch
Questions people ask
Does The Burch Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burch Family Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Burch Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert L Burch III (Director), Dale Burch (Director), Robert Burch (Director) and Catherine Burch (Director).
What does The Burch Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.