Sunflower Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sunflower Foundation is a private foundation in St George, Utah. In tax year 2025 it gave $366,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $70,000 and the largest $225,000. 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$366,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$70,000
- Largest grant$225,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $257,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $208,468 | 5 | $995,443 |
| 2024 | $257,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $366,000 | 4 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Sunflower 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 Sunflower Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 4 | $366,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Doctor's Volunteer Clinic | Gala sponsorship and mental health counseling center | $225,000 |
| Dixie Technical College | Growth and develpment scholarships and building funds | $100,000 |
| Dove Center | Scholarship/school prevention programs | $40,000 |
| Washington County School District | Dixie high school's low income students and dixie high stadium sound system | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lori Burgess
- Ed Burgess
- Becky Thomas
- McKenzie Burgess
Questions people ask
Does Sunflower Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sunflower Foundation give?
$366,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $70,000.
Who runs Sunflower Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lori Burgess (President), Ed Burgess (Vice-President), Becky Thomas (Secretary) and McKenzie Burgess (Treasurer).
What does Sunflower Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.