Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation is a private foundation in Haymarket, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $77,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$77,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$20,502
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $11,500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $59,492 |
| 2023 | $11,500 | 2 | $179,846 |
| 2024 | $77,500 | 3 | $20,502 |
How to apply
Thomas and Estelle Burrous 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 Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BOW Enterprises | educational | $50,000 |
| Uplift | educational | $25,000 |
| New Life Open Bible Church | educational | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Towanna Burrous
- Jenesis Harper
- Sherry Spady
Questions people ask
Does Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation give?
$77,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Towanna Burrous (Trustee), Jenesis Harper (Director) and Sherry Spady (Chief Financial Officer/Accountant).
What does Thomas and Estelle Burrous Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.