Ivan W And Bernice K Burnham Educational
This organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting educational programs. Its mission is reflected in its funding activities, which primarily focus on grants to schools and educational institutions. The foundation serves the educational sector, providing financial assistance to enhance learning opportunities. It operates with a clear commitment to improving education, particularly in the area of Vermont, where it has directed its funding efforts. The foundation's values emphasize the importance of education and community support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A K–12 school or small educational program located in or near Waterbury, Vermont, seeking a modest program grant (single-digit thousands to low five-figure range) for direct educational programming.
Good Fit
- • Located in or around Waterbury, VT (local Vermont presence).
- • Is a school, school district, or direct educational program serving K–12 students.
- • Requests a modest operating or program grant in the observed range (~$4k–$12k).
- • Can submit a concise letter describing program activities and financial need.
- • Has local reputation or introductions from regional education leaders or prior grantees.
Geography
Observed grants across 2022–2023 were concentrated entirely in Vermont, with all latest-year dollars going to recipients in a single state.
Recipient Variety
The latest year shows only two distinct recipients (two-year history shows three total) and the two 2023 grantees were returning recipients, indicating a small, narrowly focused recipient set limited to schools.
New Applicants
Based on two years of filings, the foundation did not add new grantees in 2023 and both 2023 recipients were repeats; while a letter submission route exists, the observable giving pattern suggests limited opportunity for unfamiliar applicants to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
