Burnett Unity Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Burnett Unity Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Cookeville, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $571,100 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $4,300 and the largest $400,000. 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$571,100
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$4,300
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $97,300 the year before.
46% 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 | $42,000 | 7 | $497,070 |
| 2024 | $97,300 | 16 | $634,177 |
| 2025 | $571,100 | 22 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Burnett Unity Foundation Inc 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 Burnett Unity Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 19 | $547,600 |
| Missouri | 1 | $13,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The River Community Church | Promote the salvation message through community gatherings. | $400,000 |
| Buck Lake Outdoors | Provide outdoor activities for disabled veterans and special needs individuals | $50,000 |
| Rising Above Ministries | Assist special needs children. | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Technological University Foundation | Promote cross country athletics | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | Promote the salvation message to athletes | $13,000 |
| Cookeville Pregnancy Clinic | Provide women's health services. | $10,000 |
| Cookeville Rescue Mission | Provide temporary shelter for homeless individuals | $10,000 |
| Pioneer Church | Promote the salvation message through community gatherings. | $10,000 |
| Stevens Street Care Ministry | Provide food for low income individuals. | $5,000 |
| Cookeville High School | Promote cross country athletics | $5,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Provide food for homeless and those in poverty | $5,000 |
| Lighthouse Christian Camp | Promote the salvation message through children camps | $3,600 |
| Living Light | Promote the salvation message | $3,500 |
| Heart of the Cumberlands | Grief support for children | $2,500 |
| Moody Radio | Promote the salvation message through radio | $2,000 |
| Cookeville Regional Medical Center | Hospital foundation | $1,000 |
| Next Step | Christian based transitional living program | $1,000 |
| Upper Cumberland Child Advocacy Center | Prevention of child abuse | $1,000 |
| The Stephens Centerexchange Club | Prevention of child abuse | $1,000 |
| Avery Trace Middle School | Promote cross country athletics | $1,000 |
| TN Baptist Children | Minister to children and families in crisis | $1,000 |
| King of Kings | Promote the salvation message through radio. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Burnett
- Alice Burnett
Questions people ask
Does Burnett Unity Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burnett Unity Foundation Inc give?
$571,100 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $4,300.
Who runs Burnett Unity Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David Burnett (Trustee) and Alice Burnett (Trustee).
What does Burnett Unity Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and disability.