Burton Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Burton Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $356,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $73,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$356,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$73,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$38.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 71 | $32.2 million |
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 92 | $34.3 million |
| 2024 | $356,000 | 4 | $38.0 million |
How to apply
Burton Foundation Inc 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 3 | $320,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $36,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Because We Care Philanthropy Inc | The anonymous foundation donor advis | $200,000 |
| Oklahoma Christian University Inc | Exempt purpose | $110,000 |
| Hope Reins | Unrestricted support | $36,000 |
| Homeless Alliance | In memory of frank merrick | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gretchen Gray
- Robert Gray
- Joseph Gray
- Kari Blakley
- Nancy Gaden
Questions people ask
Does Burton Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burton Foundation Inc give?
$356,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $73,000.
Who runs Burton Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Gretchen Gray (Secretary), Robert Gray (Assistant SE), Joseph Gray (President) and Kari Blakley (Assistant SE) among 5 officers and trustees.