The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement
Preselected recipients only
The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $31,000. 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$100,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $32,000 | 4 | $848,275 |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 3 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $100,500 | 5 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement 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 Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $36,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $19,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for the Advancement of Haitian Midwives | To improve the lives of people and animals. Goals are to grow the profession of midwifery in inclusive and diverse ways, contribute to the development of environmental scientific knowledge, foster improved agricultural practices, and to improve the conditions and lives of animals. | $31,000 |
| American College of Nurse Midwives Foundation | To improve the lives of people and animals. Goals are to grow the profession of midwifery in inclusive and diverse ways, contribute to the development of environmental scientific knowledge, foster improved agricultural practices, and to improve the conditions and lives of animals. | $25,000 |
| Harvestplus Solutions Inc | To improve the lives and reduce hidden hunger on a global scale, by providing millions of people increased access to more nutritious varieties of non-gmo staple food crops. | $20,000 |
| Medical Mission Sisters | To provide holistic healthcare, education, and social justice, particularly for women, children, and the marginalized, evolving from hospital-based care to community-based, preventive, and sustainable health initiatives. | $19,500 |
| Flatbush Cats Inc | To improve the lives of people and animals. Goals are to grow the profession of midwifery in inclusive and diverse ways, contribute to the development of environmental scientific knowledge, foster improved agricultural practices, and to improve the conditions and lives of animals. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Burkhardt
- Cristina Murphy
- Margaret Murphy
- Patrick Murphy
- Charlie Gilman
Questions people ask
Does The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement give?
$100,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Burkhardt (President), Cristina Murphy (Grant Officer), Margaret Murphy (Secretary/Grant Officer) and Patrick Murphy (Treasurer/Investment Officer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Murphy-Burkhardt Family Charitable Foundation Trust Agreement fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, animals and human services.