Private foundation · EIN 22-3341317 · New York, New York · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Burke Fam Foundation

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Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 33 grants paid, $214K total, median $2,050. 33% of grants stayed in New York.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
33
$214K
Median grant
$2,050
Stays in NY
33%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.6M

Grants paid in 2025

33 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
All Stars ProjectNew York, NYTo support underserved communities across the nation by helping young people build confidence, leadership, communication, and social skills…$44K
Roundabout Theatre CorpNew York, NYTo support roundabout's many programs, including education, and the efforts to amplify and strengthen their commitment to equity, diversity…$32K
American Museum of National HistoryNew York, NYTo support the museum's continuing efforts to expand the boundaries of human knowledge and foster science literacy in learners of all ages.$24K
Seton Hall UniversityWest Orange, NJTo provide students from all walks of life with everything they need to thrive during the most formative years.$15K
Roundabout Theatre CorpNew York, NYTo benefit the students, teachers, and artists that work both on and off the stage.$14K
Ghyc FoundationNantucket, MATo funds efforts that support clean waters, shellfish populations, youth education and many other avenues of impact that help us keep nantu…$12K
Ghyc FoundationNantucket, MATo fund initiatives that protect clean waters, sustain shellfish populations, support youth education, and advance many other efforts that…$10K
Sconset TrustSiasconset, MATo support land conservation and historic preservation in and around the village of siasconset.$10K
Seton Hall Preparatory SchoolWest Orange, NJTo provide students from all walks of life with everything they need to thrive during the most formative years.$8,700
Writers Guild of AmericaNew York, NYTo help fulfill wga mission of sharing the tools of storytelling and writing with the vulnerable populations through workshops.$8,000
Literacy IncNew York, NYTo provide reading and learning opportunities for children so that they grow into competent readers, ready to succeed in school and in life.$5,000
Team RwbFloyds Knobs, INTo enrich veterans' lives through health, wellness and physical activity.$5,000
Brown UniversityProvidence, RITo support educational access, academic excellence, innovation, and groundbreaking research that empowers students, creators, and future le…$4,500
Our House FoundationMurray Hill, NJTo provide additional community housing, day programs and employment for individuals with disabilities, who only need a chance to prove the…$4,339
American Museum of National HistoryNew York, NYTo support the museum's groundbreaking research, science education programs, and immersive exhibitions that inspire discovery and deepen un…$3,216
The Joseph Fund CamdenMurray Hill, NJTo help the families of camden fill the gaps between their investment in their child's education, and the balance of their tuition.$2,500
Harvard Business SchoolCambridge, MAHarvard business school fund for financial aid, mba program, faculty, case writing, and research.$2,050
The Jimmy FundBrookline, MATo support the dana-farber campaign and the strategic goals to expand innovation in their labs, and training for the next generation of onc…$2,000
Greenwich United WayGreenwich, CTTo provide support for greenwich's most critical needs, and aid the neighbors that need help to meet the daily challenges they face.$750
John Hopkins University Children's CenterBaltimore, MDTo support children's in need of medical assistance and surgery.$750
Nantucket Lighthouse SchoolNantucket, MAProvide support for nantucket lighthouse school and exceptional educational choice for island families, preschool through 7th grade.$750
The Jimmy FundBrookline, MATo support the dana-farber campaign and its strategic goals of advancing innovation in research laboratories, expanding groundbreaking canc…$750
The Nantucket Garden ClubNew York, NYTo support the nantucket community through grants and scholarships that protect the environment, promote horticulture and landscape design,…$724
Monmouth County HistoricalFreehold, NJProvide museum support to maintain and restore its historic sites, digitize collections and build educational programs.$600
Artists Association of NantucketNantucket, MASupport aan fulfill its mission of fostering the visiual arts on nantucket.$500
The Fund for Park AvenueNew York, NYTo plant and maintain the trees and flowers on the park avenue malls in honor of those losing their lives in world war ii and sesrve as a s…$500
Hudson National Golf ClubCrotononhudson, NYTo support the families of new york city first responders who have made the ultimate sacrifice.$350
Priests of the Sacred HeartHales Corners, WITo help support the missionary activities of the psh among people in need throughout the world.$300
Manasquan River Golf FoundationSpring Lake, NJTo provide grants to assists persons and employee and their families and surrounding communities during times of health and economic turbul…$250
Nantucket Shellfish AssociationNantucket, MATo help preserve and protect nantucket's harbors, water quality, and shellfish resources.$250
Manasquan River Golf FoundationSpring Lake, NJTo fund scholarships & assist student financial aid.$200
Consumer ReportsYonkers, NYTo help test the products and services millions of consumers use every day, creating a fair and just marketplace for all.$100
Shrewsbury Hose Company No 1Shrewsbury, NJTo purchase essential life-saving equipment and supplies and provide the training needed to ensure the highest quality emergency medical se…$100

By state: New York 11 · Massachusetts 9 · New Jersey 8 · Indiana 1 · Rhode Island 1 · Connecticut 1

About this foundation

Burke Fam Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in New York, New York, administered in care of L H Frishkoff & Co, tax-exempt since 1995. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Burke Fam Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Burke Fam Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $214K across 33 grants, a median of $2,050.

Where does Burke Fam Foundation give?

New York (11 grants), Massachusetts (9 grants), New Jersey (8 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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