Funding Amount

US $4,000 - US $30,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

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Eligible organizations

  • Geographic limitations:The trust makes grants to charities within the city and county of Denver, Colorado.

Required status

  • 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status

Other requirements

  • Program limitations:Limited to charities supporting the performing arts, and to specific charities named by the donor.

Overview

The Burgess Trust Grant, established by Ralph L. and Florence R. Burgess, aims to promote the performing arts in Denver, Colorado. This private trust supports 501(c)(3) charities specifically named by the donors, focusing on advancing cultural initiatives. The foundation's mission reflects their deep commitment to enriching the local community through the arts, ensuring that their philanthropic legacy continues to thrive and benefit future generations.

Eligibility

Requirements:To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Program limitations:Limited to charities supporting the performing arts, and to specific charities named by the donor. Geographic limitations:The trust makes grants to charities within the city and county of Denver, Colorado.

What Burgess R & F Tuw actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2026

Grants in 2026
8
Total given
$125K
Median grant
$10K
Range
$5,000–$30K
  • By dollars: Colorado 100%. Top recipient cities: Denver, CO.
  • 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • University of Denver · Denver, CO

    General operating

    $30K

  • Denver Art Museum Inc · Denver, CO

    General operating

    $30K

  • Colorado Symphony Association · Denver, CO

    General operating

    $20K

  • Historic Elitch Gardens Theatre Foundati · Denver, CO

    General operating

    $10K

  • Etmcolorado Inc · Denver, CO

    General operating

    $10K

IRS Form 990-PF, 2026. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Nonprofits
  • Performing arts
  • Arts

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