The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $147,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$147,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $128,800 the year before.
35% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $195,573 | 24 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $128,800 | 20 | $3.9 million |
| 2025 | $147,500 | 23 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke 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 Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 15 | $114,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Second Harvest | General | $20,000 |
| Knead Community Cafe | General | $15,000 |
| Allegheny Health Network (Ahn) | General | $10,000 |
| Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank | General | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Wpa Division | General | $10,000 |
| The Children's Home of Pittsburgh | General | $10,000 |
| The Pettengill House Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Glen Ellyn Food Pantry Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Lucky Fin Project | General | $5,000 |
| Mentoring Partnership of Swpa | General | $5,000 |
| Roselle UMC Community Food Pantry | General | $5,000 |
| Shadyside Presbyterian Nursery School | General | $5,000 |
| Wesa | General | $5,000 |
| Women's Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh | General | $5,000 |
| Wqed Multimedia | General | $5,000 |
| Paws Chicago | General | $3,000 |
| Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Inc | General | $2,500 |
| Lauri Ann West Community Center | General | $2,000 |
| One Tail at A Time | General | $2,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | General | $1,000 |
| St Margaret Hospital Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gail S Burke
Questions people ask
Does The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation give?
$147,500 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gail S Burke (President).
What does The Steven E Burke and Gail S Burke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, youth programs and health.