The Burke Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burke Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,609 in 33 grants; the typical grant was $2,050 and the largest $44,150. 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$213,609
- Number of grants33
- Typical grant$2,050
- Largest grant$44,150
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $165,599 the year before.
29% 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 | $164,706 | 23 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $165,599 | 33 | $3.7 million |
| 2025 | $213,609 | 33 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Burke 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 Burke Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $131,920 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $38,700 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $31,689 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $4,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $750 |
| Maryland | 1 | $750 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Stars Project | To support underserved communities across the nation by helping young people build confidence, leadership, communication, and social skills through growth opportunities and exposure to professional environments. | $44,150 |
| Roundabout Theatre Corp | To support roundabout's many programs, including education, and the efforts to amplify and strengthen their commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion - both on and off stages. | $32,190 |
| American Museum of National History | To support the museum's continuing efforts to expand the boundaries of human knowledge and foster science literacy in learners of all ages. | $24,000 |
| Seton Hall University | To provide students from all walks of life with everything they need to thrive during the most formative years. | $15,000 |
| Roundabout Theatre Corp | To benefit the students, teachers, and artists that work both on and off the stage. | $13,690 |
| Ghyc Foundation | To funds efforts that support clean waters, shellfish populations, youth education and many other avenues of impact that help us keep nantucket harbor wild. | $12,400 |
| Ghyc Foundation | To fund initiatives that protect clean waters, sustain shellfish populations, support youth education, and advance many other efforts that help keep nantucket harbor wild. | $10,000 |
| Sconset Trust | To support land conservation and historic preservation in and around the village of siasconset. | $10,000 |
| Seton Hall Preparatory School | To provide students from all walks of life with everything they need to thrive during the most formative years. | $8,700 |
| Writers Guild of America | To help fulfill wga mission of sharing the tools of storytelling and writing with the vulnerable populations through workshops. | $8,000 |
| Literacy Inc | To provide reading and learning opportunities for children so that they grow into competent readers, ready to succeed in school and in life. | $5,000 |
| Team RWB | To enrich veterans' lives through health, wellness and physical activity. | $5,000 |
| Brown University | To support educational access, academic excellence, innovation, and groundbreaking research that empowers students, creators, and future leaders to serve society. | $4,500 |
| Our House Foundation | To provide additional community housing, day programs and employment for individuals with disabilities, who only need a chance to prove themselves. | $4,339 |
| American Museum of National History | To support the museum's groundbreaking research, science education programs, and immersive exhibitions that inspire discovery and deepen understanding of the natural world. | $3,216 |
| The Joseph Fund Camden | To help the families of camden fill the gaps between their investment in their child's education, and the balance of their tuition. | $2,500 |
| Harvard Business School | Harvard business school fund for financial aid, mba program, faculty, case writing, and research. | $2,050 |
| The Jimmy Fund | To support the dana-farber campaign and the strategic goals to expand innovation in their labs, and training for the next generation of oncology leaders to defy cancer. | $2,000 |
| Greenwich United Way | To provide support for greenwich's most critical needs, and aid the neighbors that need help to meet the daily challenges they face. | $750 |
| John Hopkins University Children's Center | To support children's in need of medical assistance and surgery. | $750 |
| Nantucket Lighthouse School | Provide support for nantucket lighthouse school and exceptional educational choice for island families, preschool through 7th grade. | $750 |
| The Jimmy Fund | To support the dana-farber campaign and its strategic goals of advancing innovation in research laboratories, expanding groundbreaking cancer research, and providing world-class treatment and care for all patients. | $750 |
| The Nantucket Garden Club | To support the nantucket community through grants and scholarships that protect the environment, promote horticulture and landscape design, and fund students pursuing ecology, environmental studies, botany, and related fields. | $724 |
| Monmouth County Historical | Provide museum support to maintain and restore its historic sites, digitize collections and build educational programs. | $600 |
| Artists Association of Nantucket | Support aan fulfill its mission of fostering the visiual arts on nantucket. | $500 |
| The Fund for Park Avenue | To plant and maintain the trees and flowers on the park avenue malls in honor of those losing their lives in world war ii and sesrve as a symbol of peace and reminder of sacrifies made in its pursuit. | $500 |
| Hudson National Golf Club | To support the families of new york city first responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice. | $350 |
| Priests of the Sacred Heart | To help support the missionary activities of the psh among people in need throughout the world. | $300 |
| Manasquan River Golf Foundation | To provide grants to assists persons and employee and their families and surrounding communities during times of health and economic turbulence and provide educational assistance/scholarships. | $250 |
| Nantucket Shellfish Association | To help preserve and protect nantucket's harbors, water quality, and shellfish resources. | $250 |
| Manasquan River Golf Foundation | To fund scholarships & assist student financial aid. | $200 |
| Consumer Reports | To help test the products and services millions of consumers use every day, creating a fair and just marketplace for all. | $100 |
| Shrewsbury Hose Company No 1 | To purchase essential life-saving equipment and supplies and provide the training needed to ensure the highest quality emergency medical services possible. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- James J Burke Jr
- Jeanne J Burke
- James J Burke III
- Jennifer J Burke
- Brian Burke
- Philippa C Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Burke Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burke Family Foundation give?
$213,609 in tax year 2025, across 33 grants, with a typical grant of $2,050.
Who runs The Burke Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James J Burke Jr (Trustee), Jeanne J Burke (Trustee), James J Burke III (Trustee) and Jennifer J Burke (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Burke Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.