The Burcal Family Educational Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Burcal Family Educational Trust is a private foundation in Cornelius, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $550 in 4 grants. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
The grants listed in this filing add up to more than the total it reports, so grant sizes may be wrong. Check the filing.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$550
- Number of grants4
- Assets$1.0 million
Giving in 2025 was down from $25,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,166 | 2 | $887,654 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $550 | 4 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Burcal Family Educational Trust 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Burcal Family Educational Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2 | $29,868 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $18,308 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Tech University Business Office | For undergraduate education of Josiah Hull | $25,000 |
| UNC-Chapel Hill Cashier's Office | For the graduate education of Mason Secrest | $9,220 |
| UNC-Chapel Hill Cashier's Office | For the undergraduate education of Lylian Kelly | $9,088 |
| Lincoln Memorial University Student Financial Services | For the graduate education of Christina Younger | $4,868 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary B Burcal
- Robert G Burcal
- John H Burcal
Questions people ask
Does The Burcal Family Educational Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burcal Family Educational Trust give?
$550 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants.
Who runs The Burcal Family Educational Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary B Burcal (Trustee), Robert G Burcal (Trustee) and John H Burcal (Trustee).
What does The Burcal Family Educational Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.