Burnstad Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Burnstad Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Madison, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$150,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,300 the year before.
27% 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 | $220,000 | 21 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $150,300 | 18 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $150,500 | 15 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Burnstad Family 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 Burnstad Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 13 | $120,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Falcon Foundation PTA | General administration | $20,000 |
| School District of Lacrosse | General administration | $20,000 |
| Nasa | General administration | $10,500 |
| Boys & Girls Club | General administration | $10,000 |
| Chasing Daylight Animal Shelter Inc | General administration | $10,000 |
| Family's First | General administration | $10,000 |
| Kupper Ratsch Senior Center | General administration | $10,000 |
| Neighbor for Neighbor Food Pantry | General administration | $10,000 |
| St Clares Medical Mission | General administration | $10,000 |
| Tomah Cancer Support | General administration | $10,000 |
| Tomah Fire Fighters Association | General administration | $10,000 |
| Tomah Booster Club | General administration | $5,000 |
| Tomah Comm Theatre | General administration | $5,000 |
| Onalaska Hilltoppers Booster Club | General administration | $5,000 |
| Tomah Area Museum | General administration | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victor C Burnstad
- Kent V Burnstad
Questions people ask
Does Burnstad Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burnstad Family Foundation Inc give?
$150,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Burnstad Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Victor C Burnstad (President) and Kent V Burnstad (Director).
What does Burnstad Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.