Burke Museum Association
AI Summary
The Burke Museum Association is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within Washington. With a total of $2 million in grants paid in 2025, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants strictly by invitation. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Burke Museum Association can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
The association supports the program efforts of the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture.
Cause Areas
2
History
History museums
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
SEATTLE, WA
$2.5M
10%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Burke Museum Association?
No. Burke Museum Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Burke Museum Association give?
Burke Museum Association primarily gives to organizations located in Washington. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Burke Museum Association’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Burke Museum Association fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $861 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Burke Museum Association make each year?
In 2025, Burke Museum Association awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Burke Museum Association fund recently?
In 2025, Burke Museum Association awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON FOUNDATION C/O UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Burke Museum Association?
Burke Museum Association does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.