The Burdis Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burdis Family Foundation is a private foundation in Spring Grove, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,733 in 82 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $15,000. 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$91,733
- Number of grants82
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$958,909
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,180 the year before.
100% 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 | $14,424 | 8 | $788,222 |
| 2024 | $13,180 | 9 | $837,635 |
| 2025 | $91,733 | 82 | $958,909 |
How to apply
The Burdis Family 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 The Burdis Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 38 | $34,033 |
| District of Columbia | 7 | $18,250 |
| Florida | 4 | $13,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $4,000 |
| New York | 5 | $3,500 |
| Colorado | 4 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $1,600 |
| Texas | 3 | $1,500 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Research Council | General charitable purposes | $15,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators | General charitable purposes | $12,000 |
| Individual | Emergency family aid | $7,440 |
| Hope Christian School | General charitable purposes | $6,000 |
| Logos Theater | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Bible Pathways Ministries | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| CBMC | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Tender Care | General charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Individual | Emergency family aid | $1,500 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | General charitable purposes | $1,500 |
| Individual | Emergency family aid | $1,382 |
| Individual | Emergency family aid | $1,025 |
| Jerusalem Prayer Team | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| World Day of Prayer International | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| House of Hope | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Billy Graham Ea | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Pa Family Institute | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Answers in Genesis | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Chosen People Ministries | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Guideposts Foundation | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Capital Research Foundation | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Museum of the Bible | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Midnight Call Ministries | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| New Hope Ministries | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Prison Fellowship | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Lifepath York | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Spring Grove Mock Trial | General charitable purposes | $1,000 |
| Camp Yolijiwa | General charitable purposes | $801 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Cru | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| International Fellowship of Christians and Jews | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Hertiage Foundation | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Porters Fire Company | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Colel Chabad | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Hoke House | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Katallasso | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| Compassion International | General charitable purposes | $500 |
| AIR1 | General charitable purposes | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John J Burdis
- Jane C Burdis
Questions people ask
Does The Burdis Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burdis Family Foundation give?
$91,733 in tax year 2025, across 82 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Burdis Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John J Burdis (President) and Jane C Burdis (Vice President).
What does The Burdis Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and education.