Burton Family Foundation
The Burton Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Supporting Organization of the Arizona Community Foundation, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. Founded in 2015, the foundation received its tax-exempt status in October 2016. The organization operates with a small team of 3 employees and focuses on advancing individual achievement through strategic philanthropy in education and human services.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$134.1M
-0.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$11.4M
+98.6% YoY
Grant Count
106
+60.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$107K
+23.7% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: Guided by a belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals, the foundation's mission is to advance individual achievement through support for education and human services programs and initiatives. The foundation prioritizes support for high-need, underserved, and underrepresented groups, working to eliminate disparities and create a pathway to shared prosperity.
Primary Focus Areas:
Education:
- Early learning programs
- Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) initiatives
- Civic engagement and education programs
- Arts and culture programs for youth
- Experiential learning opportunities
- College preparation, access, and workforce development programs
- Educator recruitment, retention, and development initiatives
- Innovations in teaching and learning
Human Services:
- Basic needs support for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Support and resources for organizations serving immigrants and refugees in Arizona
The foundation also supports nonprofit capacity building and leadership development initiatives.
Grantmaking
To date, the foundation has awarded more than 1,800 grants and scholarships totaling $63 million.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation prioritizes funding for organizations and initiatives serving communities across Arizona, with a particular emphasis on high-need and underserved communities throughout the state.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending March 2025:
- Total Assets: $133 million
- Total Revenue: $3.91 million
- Total Expenses: $11.6 million
- Total Liabilities: $4.83 million
- Total Giving: $10,701,066
Rating: The foundation holds a Four-Star rating with a 98% score, reflecting strong performance in accountability, finance, leadership, and adaptability.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $134,080,374 | $134,095,286 | $142,839,047 |
| Revenue | $1,614,032 | $2,928,705 | $129,470,588 |
| Expenses | $12,095,239 | $6,295,759 | $7,772,552 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,614,032 | $2,925,733 | $-11,267,969 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
187 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Burton Family Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include The Aspen Institute ($925,000), Creighton University ($805,000), Arizona Western College Foundation ($565,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE ASPEN INSTITUTE WASHINGTON, DC | SUPPORT FOR THE ASPEN COLLEGE EXCELLENCE PROGRAM | $925,000 |
| CREIGHTON UNIVERSITY OMAHA, NE | SUPPORT TOWARDS THE ASU SUMMER HEALTH INSTITUTE FOR HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH IN AZ | $805,000 |
| ARIZONA WESTERN COLLEGE FOUNDATION YUMA, AZ | SUPPORT TOWARDS THE FIRST GENERATION STUDENT SUCCESS PROGRAMS | $565,000 |
| CAMP CATANESE FOUNDATION PHOENIX, AZ | SUPPORT TOWARDS PROFESSIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENTEXPENSES FOR CAMP CATANESE STAFF | $565,000 |
| DONORSCHOOSEORG PHILADELPHIA, PA | GENERAL SUPPORT | $415,000 |
| SANDRA DAY O'CONNOR INSTITUTE PHOENIX, AZ | SUPPORT FOR VENUE AND MARKETING COSTS FOR ABRAHAM LINCOLN AND FREDERICK DOUGLASS: A WALK TO RESPECT THEATER PERFORMANCE | $330,000 |
| ARIZONA CENTER FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUCCESS COOLIDGE, AZ | SUPPORT TO CONTINUE THE WORK OF THE CENTER FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGE SUCCESS | $330,000 |
| SOCIETY OF ST VINCENT DE PAUL PHOENIX, AZ | DESIGNATED FOR THE ST. FRANCES CABRINI CONFERENCE OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL, TO PROVIDE RENTAL AND MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED OF HOUSING ASSISTANCE | $307,000 |
| WILDFIRE AZ PHOENIX, AZ | SUPPORT FOR THE HEAT RELIEF INITIATIVE | $300,000 |
| ARIZONA FRIENDS OF FOSTER CHILDREN FOUNDATION PHOENIX, AZ | SUPPORT TOWARDS THE KEYS TO SUCCESS PROGRAM EXPANSION INTO PIMA COUNTY | $300,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Christy Burton – Co-Founder and Chair
- Daryl R. Burton – Co-Founder and Vice Chair
- Glenn Wike – President and CEO
- Kimberly Kur – Director
- Steven G. Seleznow – Director
- Robbin M. Coulon – Director
- Howard Kesselman – Secretary and Treasurer
Christy Burton serves on the boards of Teach for America (national and Phoenix regional boards), Society for Science, Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy, and the Women's Board of Barrow Neurological Foundation. She holds a B.S. in Economics and Master of Public Administration from Arizona State University.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHRISTINE BURTON | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| DARYL BURTON | VICE-CHAIR | 1 | — |
| HOWARD KESSELMAN | SECRETARY & TREASURER | 1 | — |
| ANNA MARIA CHAVEZ | PRESIDENT (THRU 2/24) | 1 | — |
| GLENN WIKE | PRESIDENT | 1 | — |
| STEVE SELEZNOW | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KIMBERLY KUR | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KYLA QUINTERO | SECRETARY & TREASURER (THRU 12/23) | 1 | — |
Contact Information
Mailing Address: Burton Family Foundation c/o Arizona Community Foundation 2201 E. Camelback Rd., Ste. 405B Phoenix, AZ 85016
Phone: 602-381-1400
Website: burtonfamilyfoundation.org
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Burton Family Foundation fund?
**Mission Statement:** Guided by a belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals, the foundation's mission is to advance individual achievement through support for education and human services programs and initiatives. The foundation prioritizes support for high-need, underserved, and underrepresented groups, working to eliminate disparities and create a pathway to shared prosperity. **Primary Focus Areas:** **Education:** • Early learning programs • Science, technology, engineering, and ma…
How do I apply for a grant from Burton Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** To date, the foundation has awarded more than 1,800 grants and scholarships totaling $63 million. **Grant Sizes:** Typical awards range from $5,500 to $1,060,000. **Application Process:** The foundation does not provide direct community services. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review eligibility guidelines. Introductory meetings and site visits are generally scheduled after a Letter of Intent has been reviewed and invited for further consideration. **Recent Grants:…
Where does Burton Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation prioritizes funding for organizations and initiatives serving communities across Arizona, with a particular emphasis on high-need and underserved communities throughout the state.
What size grants does Burton Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Burton Family Foundation awarded 106 grants totaling $11.4M — an average of about $107K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Burton Family Foundation's EIN?
Burton Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-3900987. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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