The Burke Foundation Incorporated
The Burke Foundation (EIN 52-1632596) is a private grantmaking foundation based in Princeton, New Jersey focused on maternal and early childhood health (the First 1,000 Days). The site lists program portfolios, impact reports, staff, and recent news and research, and indicates grantmaking is primarily by invitation though letters of interest are accepted.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
Organizations working on maternal and early childhood health (the First 1,000 Days), especially implementation, pilots, evaluation, coalition-building, or capacity support in New Jersey or with clear NJ impact.
Good Fit
- • A clear program tied to maternal or early childhood health (CenteringPregnancy, doulas, home visiting, or related models).
- • Demonstrated work or partnerships in New Jersey or a plan showing measurable NJ impact.
- • Readiness for implementation, evaluation, or scaling of proven models.
- • Willingness to submit a concise letter of interest and engage with program staff.
Geography
The latest year shows grants to recipients in 17 states, though a clear majority of dollars (59%) were directed to New Jersey organizations.
Recipient Variety
The foundation made over 100 grants to 88 distinct recipients in the latest year across many program purposes, indicating a broad and diverse recipient set rather than funding only a tiny circle.
New Applicants
Direct evidence from the latest year shows a large share of grantees were new (64 new recipients), and the foundation's website accepts letters of interest on a rolling basis; however, the site also notes funding is primarily by invitation, so openness coexists with selectivity.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
