Harry & Fay Burka Foundation Inc
Historical FunderChevy Chase, Maryland · EIN 52-6041298 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $8,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SHARON BURKA |
|---|---|
| Address | 5630 WISCONSIN AVE APT 1502, CHEVY CHASE MD 20815 |
| Phone | 3016566811 |
| Form and materials | LETTER STATING CHARITABLE PURPOSE |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | SECTION 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS ONLY. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable | Cincinnati, OH | For the charitable purpose of org. | $815,869 |
| Active Mind | Washington, DC | For the charitable purpose of org. | $8,000 |
| Art Music Society | Alexandria, VA | For the charitable purpose of org. | $8,000 |
| Adas Israel Congregation | Washington, DC | For the charitable purpose of org. | $5,515 |
| America-Israel Cultrual Foundation | New York, NY | For the charitable purpose of org. | $4,000 |
| Washington Performing Arts Society | Washington, DC | For the charitable purpose of org. | $2,500 |
| Edens Community Enrichment Foundation | Columbia, SC | For the charitable purpose of org. | $2,500 |
| Temple Shir Tikvah | Winchester, MA | For the charitable purpose of org. | $1,928 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $848,312 | 8 |
| 2023 | $46,063 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 24, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522979349100902
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-6041298
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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