The Burdine Johnson Foundation
Accepts applications
The Burdine Johnson Foundation is a private foundation in Buda, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 60 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$37.6 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 53 | $35.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 60 | $37.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Burdine Johnson Foundation P O Box 1230, Buda, TX 78610 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (512) 312-1336 |
| What to submit | The burdine johnson foundation has no set form for grant applications. However, the application must furnish full details about thr applicant and the use of the proposed grant. Also, if applicable, photocopies of the internal revenue service ruling or determination letters should be attached to the application. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Burdine Johnson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 60 | $1.7 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The James Dick Foundation | Year 2024 operational support - pmt #1 of 2&year 2024 operational support - pmt #2 of 2 | $100,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy of Texas | Conservation work-projects in tx hill country | $100,000 |
| Preservation Texas Inc | Program officer salary, office exp, sponsorship | $75,000 |
| Community Action Inc of Central Tex | PMT #2 FOR SALARIES/CONSULTANT BREAST SCREENING PROJECT&PMT #1 of 2 - BREAST CANCER SCREENING OUTREACH PROGRAM | $65,000 |
| La Sociedad Mutualista de Cuauhtemo | Cuauhtemoc hall renovations, upgrades | $60,000 |
| Austin Habitat for Humanity | Cost of 2 infill homes & land purchase - san marcos, tx | $50,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Central T | Pmt #2 of 2 yr pledge-cis programs in hays city schools | $50,000 |
| Dripping Springs Community Library | 3 yr pledge pmt #1 - library capital campaign | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas | Support for ongoing core programs/operations | $50,000 |
| Texas State University | Kap visiting writers series & kap house expenses | $50,000 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | Full time hays city based kut reporter | $50,000 |
| American Short Ficiton | 7th Annual Halifax Ranch Fiction Prize | $40,000 |
| Torch Library Arts | Operations support for programs, strategic plans, staff | $40,000 |
| Greater San Marcos Area Senior Asso | Assist with 2025 annual operating expenses | $35,000 |
| Home Center | Assist with programs to reduce homelessness in hays city | $35,000 |
| Learning Bridge | 2 STAFF SALARIES 9ED & PgM) | $35,000 |
| Centro Cultural Hispanol de San Mar | Program and operations needs | $34,000 |
| Great Springs Project | Hays county project general operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Infrarrealista Review | Support of 1 program, 1 project, operating expenses | $30,000 |
| Outsiders Anonymous | Furnishings/upgrades to sm transitional living facility | $30,000 |
| Project School House | Compensation exp with 2 new positions, travel, education | $30,000 |
| San Marcos Youth Service Bureau Inc | Operational & rent space support | $30,000 |
| Texas State Development Foundation | Meadows center - operational support | $30,000 |
| Tread Coalition | Landowner edu & action center programs | $30,000 |
| Martindale Community Library | Assist with library operating costs | $27,162 |
| Austin Creative Alliance | Fiscal agent for jam llc dba cold towne theater - pmt #2 of 2 | $25,000 |
| Calaboose African American History | Pmt #2 of 2 yr pledge-cis programs in hays county schools | $25,000 |
| Hill Country Conservancy | General operating support hays city programs | $25,000 |
| Kyle Radio | Radio start-up equipment assistance | $25,000 |
| Zach Theatre | Pilot summer camp program in hays county, tx | $25,000 |
| Blue Bird's Hope Inc | Supplies-gen operations for new forensic nursing facility, sm | $20,000 |
| Foster Angels of Central Texas | Assist foster youth with fund for rent, food, clothing, etc | $20,000 |
| Greater San Marcos Youth Council | Minivan purchase assistance for transportation | $20,000 |
| Hill Country Science Mill | 2-week STEM career immersion program, hays city | $20,000 |
| Marbridge Foundation | Assist with skilled nursing facility costs for idd residents | $20,000 |
| San Marcos Art League | Operationals for increased operating exp | $20,000 |
| Save Our Springs Alliance | Assist with staff salary + consultants | $20,000 |
| Solace and Sage | Operations for programs/services | $20,000 |
| Mission Presbytery | For john knox ranch adv camp/scholarships | $19,000 |
| San Marcos TX Community Radio Assoc | Operational exp in producing 10 education programs | $18,976 |
Officers and trustees
- William T Johnson
- Robert C Giberson
- Katherine A Johnson
Questions people ask
Does The Burdine Johnson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Burdine Johnson Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs The Burdine Johnson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William T Johnson (Trustee), Robert C Giberson (Trustee) and Katherine A Johnson (Trustee).
What does The Burdine Johnson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.