Charles R Burke Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles R Burke Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $198,895 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $26,000. 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$198,895
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$26,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $177,950 the year before.
4% 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 | $246,223 | 32 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $177,950 | 31 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $198,895 | 24 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Charles R Burke Jr 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 Charles R Burke Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 17 | $168,895 |
| Ohio | 3 | $22,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest | General | $26,000 |
| Allegheny Rivertrail Park | General fund | $25,000 |
| Fred Rogers Productions | General fund | $25,000 |
| Kenyon College | General fund | $20,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania Inc | General fund | $17,500 |
| Quantum Theatre Inc | General fund | $15,000 |
| Mentoring Partnership of Swpa | General fund | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | General fund | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Promise Foundation | General fund | $10,000 |
| The Frick Pittsburgh | General fund | $10,000 |
| Center of Life Ministries | General fund | $5,000 |
| Kamin Science Center | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mentor | General fund | $5,000 |
| Lauri Ann West Community Center | General fund | $3,500 |
| Kidsvoice | General fund | $2,000 |
| Senator John Heinz History Center | General fund | $1,895 |
| Bike Pittsburgh Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | General fund | $1,000 |
| Pace School | General fund | $1,000 |
| Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Ohio State University Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| University of Richmond | General fund | $1,000 |
| University of Rochester | General fund | $1,000 |
| William Marsh Rice University | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles R Burke Jr
Questions people ask
Does Charles R Burke Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles R Burke Jr Foundation give?
$198,895 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Charles R Burke Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles R Burke Jr (President).
What does Charles R Burke Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.