Burnett Foundation
Burnett Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Worth, Texas. Its 2023 filing is marked as its final return, indicating that it has terminated or is winding down. The filing describes its direct charitable activity as displaying works of art in a public park.
Burnett Foundation at a glance
In short: Burnett Foundation gave $7.4M across 6 grants in 2023 (avg $1.2M), mostly in Texas. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $7,358,886
- -91.4% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 6
- -70.0% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $1,226,481
- -71.4% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $1,149,826
- Primary geography
- Texas (63% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Burnett Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 640 Taylor St 2200, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Phone: (817) 877-3344
Website: https://burnettfoundation.org.nz
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Burnett Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Georgia O'Keeffe Museum ($2.3M). Together the top 6 received $7.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
48 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 10 grants of 48 (21%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2023, 63% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas, 31% to recipients in New Mexico, and 6% to recipients in Oklahoma.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 6 itemized grants.
Cities
How Burnett Foundation gives
- Giving fell 70% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $3.2M (2021) to $85.8M (2022). In 2023 it made 6 grants totaling $7.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia O'Keeffe Museum Santa Fe, NM | General Support | $2,299,652 |
| American Quarter Horse Foundation Amarillo, TX | General Support | $1,379,791 |
| Fort Worth Art Association Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $1,340,801 |
| Fort Worth Art Association Endowment Foundation Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $958,851 |
| Kimbell Art Museum Fort Worth, TX | General Support | $919,861 |
| National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame Oklahoma City, OK | General Support | $459,930 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $-1,708,379 | $7,419,555 | $7,358,886 | 6 | $7,364,836 | $7,672 | $602,336 |
| 2022 | $9,194,074 | $10,093,685 | $86,883,598 | $85,827,119 | 20 | $86,250,507 | $10,565,965 | $5,344,771 |
| 2021 | $158,615,244 | $-29,005,336 | $6,550,615 | $3,194,793 | 4 | $4,274,925 | — | $10,081,307 |
| 2020 | $195,880,351 | $2,811,908 | $40,307,743 | $24,612,518 | 18 | — | $1,713,817 | $11,565,476 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Burnett Foundation reported a distributable amount of $602K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The filing describes the foundation’s direct activity as the public display of works of art in a public park. Its 2023 grants included general support for arts and cultural organizations. The Georgia O’Keeffe Museum says its mission is to celebrate Georgia O’Keeffe’s art, life, and independent spirit. The Fort Worth Art Association says it was established to acquire modern art and maintain art activities and education for public use and benefit. The American Quarter Horse Foundation says it supports programs that preserve the horse’s legacy and further the well-being of the American Quarter Horse family.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation made six grants totaling $7,358,886. Grants ranged from $459,930 to $2,299,652, with a median of $1,149,826. The largest awards were $2,299,652 to the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum, $1,379,791 to the American Quarter Horse Foundation, $1,340,801 to the Fort Worth Art Association, $958,851 to the Fort Worth Art Association Endowment Foundation, and $919,861 to the Kimbell Art Museum. The National Cowgirl Museum & Hall of Fame received $459,930. Each grant was listed for general support.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists John L. Marion, Anne Windfohr Grimes, V. Neils Agather, Dee Kelly Jr., and Trish Doswell as trustees.
Burnett Foundation's 2023 filing lists 5 officers; none of the 5 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Anne Windfohr Grimes
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dee Kelly Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John L. Marion
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Trish Doswell
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
V. Neils Agather
Trustee
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Anne W. Marion Partial Year (2020–2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Burnett Foundation
How much does Burnett Foundation give each year?
Burnett Foundation gave $7.4M across 6 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $85.8M across 20 grants.
What is Burnett Foundation's typical grant size?
Burnett Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $1,149,826, and its average grant was $1,226,481, across 6 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Burnett Foundation give grants?
Burnett Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 63% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New Mexico (31%) and Oklahoma (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Worth, TX (3 grants).
Does Burnett Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Burnett Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 6) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Burnett Foundation's largest grantees?
Burnett Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Georgia O'Keeffe Museum ($2,299,652), American Quarter Horse Foundation ($1,379,791) and Fort Worth Art Association ($1,340,801), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 68% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does Burnett Foundation fund?
The filing describes the foundation’s direct activity as the public display of works of art in a public park. Its 2023 grants included general support for arts and cultural organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Burnett Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Burnett Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, Burnett Foundation reported a distributable amount of $602K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Burnett Foundation's EIN?
Burnett Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-6523186. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Does Burnett Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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