Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation is a private foundation in Tulsa, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $298,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$298,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $278,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $238,000 | 25 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $278,000 | 25 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $298,000 | 22 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Mike and Susan Burkhart 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 Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 15 | $203,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arkansas | 3 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | For education scholarships | $50,000 |
| Churchcraft Inc | For education purposes | $35,000 |
| On the Rock Ministries | For education supplies and equipment | $30,000 |
| Oklahoma Weslyean University | For education purposes | $25,000 |
| Oral Roberts University | For education scholarships | $20,000 |
| The Little Light House | For education scholarships | $10,000 |
| Circle of Care | For education scholarships | $10,000 |
| Sowers of the Harvest | For education equipment and scholarships | $10,000 |
| Individual | For education supplies and equipment | $10,000 |
| Operation Hope Prison Ministry | For education supplies and equipment | $10,000 |
| Hearts for Hearing Foundation | For education musical instrutments | $10,000 |
| Individual | For education purposes | $10,000 |
| Scott Carter Foundation | For medical research and treatment | $10,000 |
| Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum | Education | $10,000 |
| East West Ministries International | Education | $10,000 |
| Balcony Women Inc | For community care | $8,000 |
| Goodland Academy | For education scholarships | $5,000 |
| Kids Across America | For education scholarships and equipment | $5,000 |
| Restore Hope Ministries | For medical food and supplies | $5,000 |
| Stand in the Gap Inc | For education supplies | $5,000 |
| The Humane Society of the Ozarks | For community supplies and care | $5,000 |
| Western Yell Church of Christ | For community care | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Burkhart
- Susan Burkhart
- Mark Springer
- Bryan Burkhart
- Matt Burkhart
- Randy Cloud
- Jean Ann White
Questions people ask
Does Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation give?
$298,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mike Burkhart (President), Susan Burkhart (Secretary), Mark Springer (Treasurer) and Bryan Burkhart (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Mike and Susan Burkhart Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.