The Burnham Foundation
San Diego, California · EIN 953565278 · Private foundation
The Burnham Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $1.8M in giving and $4.3M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 242 grants for The Burnham Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Burnham Foundation funds
The Burnham Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, education, faith-based (christian), and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, families, lgbtq people, low-income communities, older adults, veterans.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Symphony EDUCATION AND PRESERVATION OF REGIONAL MUSIC AND CULTURE | San Diego, CA | $250K | 2020 |
| Us Sailing Team SUPPORT US SAILING TEAM ATHLETES ATTENDING THE OLYMPICS | Bristol, RI | $250K | 2020 |
| Csum Foundation BURNHAM LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE ENDOWMENT | San Marcos, CA | $225K | 2018 |
How to apply for funding from The Burnham Foundation
The Burnham Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Burnham Foundation
- Does The Burnham Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Burnham Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Burnham Foundation fund?
- The Burnham Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include San Diego Symphony, Us Sailing Team, Csum Foundation. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Burnham Foundation give in grants?
- The Burnham Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.8M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.5M over 242 grants.
- Where is The Burnham Foundation located?
- The Burnham Foundation is based in San Diego, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 953565278.
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