BLH Foundation
Preselected recipients only
BLH Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
41% 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 | $1.3 million | 17 | $8.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 28 | $13.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 31 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
BLH 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 BLH Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 21 | $1.4 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $75,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $55,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Huntsman Cancer Foundation | Support | $400,000 |
| Philanthropies | Support | $350,000 |
| Intermountain Foundation | Support | $300,000 |
| Individual | Support | $130,000 |
| CO2 Coalition | Support | $75,000 |
| Utah Food Bank | Support | $60,000 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | Support | $50,000 |
| Days of 47 Inc | Support | $40,000 |
| Brotherhood for the Fallen | Support | $35,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Support | $30,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Support | $25,000 |
| Individual | Support | $25,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Support | $25,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Support | $25,000 |
| The Road Home | Support | $25,000 |
| American Heritage School | Support | $25,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Support` | $25,000 |
| Lionheart Gift Foundation | Support | $20,000 |
| Escalera Foundation | Support | $15,000 |
| Ron McBride Foundation | Support | $10,000 |
| Bradley W Taylor K9 Memorial Fund | Support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Support | $10,000 |
| The Sharing Place | Support | $10,000 |
| Utah Police Civilian Assoc | Support | $9,000 |
| The Haynie Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of N | Support | $5,000 |
| USA Project Valor | Support | $5,000 |
| Lazy B Equine Rescue Sanctuary | Support | $5,000 |
| Utah Hemophilia Foundation | Support | $3,000 |
| Utah Highway Patrol Assoc | Support | $2,000 |
| Individual | Support | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Burton
- Jeffrey T Burton
- Robert Burton
Questions people ask
Does BLH Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does BLH Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs BLH Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Burton (Chairman), Jeffrey T Burton (President & CEO) and Robert Burton (Secretary).
What does BLH Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.