The Burkholder Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Burkholder Foundation is a private foundation in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2023 it gave $95,600 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$95,600
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$152,227
- New grantees66%
Giving in 2023 was up from $92,750 the year before.
66% of its 2023 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 | $92,750 | 34 | $38,588 |
| 2023 | $95,600 | 37 | $152,227 |
How to apply
The Burkholder 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 Burkholder Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 23 | $70,450 |
| Maryland | 2 | $20,500 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,500 |
| New York | 4 | $1,300 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $600 |
| Iowa | 1 | $150 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John Hopkins Univ | Community services | $20,000 |
| Pittsburgh Center Arts and Media | Community services | $12,500 |
| Pittsburgh Center Arts and Media | Community services | $12,500 |
| Pittsburgh Center Arts and Media | Community services | $12,500 |
| Pittsburgh Center Arts and Media | Community services | $12,500 |
| Seneca Valley Foundation | Community services | $10,000 |
| Brothers Brother Foundation | Community services | $1,000 |
| Greater PGH Community Food | Community services | $1,000 |
| Hidden Valley Music Seminar | Community services | $1,000 |
| Just Harvest Ed Fund | Community services | $1,000 |
| Just Harvest Ed Fund | Community services | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Community services | $1,000 |
| Contemporary Crafts | Community services | $500 |
| Covenant House | Community services | $500 |
| Covenant House | Community services | $500 |
| Greater PGH Community Food | Community services | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Community services | $500 |
| Hias | Community services | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Community services | $500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Community services | $500 |
| Neighborhood Academy | Community services | $500 |
| Operation Smile | Community services | $500 |
| Pittsburgh History and Landmarks | Community services | $500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Pittsburgh & Morgantown | Community services | $500 |
| Touchstone Center for Crafts | Community services | $500 |
| UNICEF USA | Community services | $500 |
| Union Project | Community services | $500 |
| US Holocaust Museum | Community services | $500 |
| Guide Dog Foundation | Community services | $300 |
| Animal Friends | Community services | $250 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Community services | $250 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Community services | $250 |
| Autism Speaks | Community services | $150 |
| Carley Center | Community services | $100 |
| Finca | Community services | $100 |
| Macular Degeneration Research Foundation | Community services | $100 |
| Pittsburgh Zoo | Community services | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary B Antonucci
Questions people ask
Does The Burkholder Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Burkholder Foundation give?
$95,600 in tax year 2023, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Burkholder Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Mary B Antonucci (Trustee).
What does The Burkholder Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, food and hunger and international.