The Burden Foundation
Invitation OnlyBaton Rouge, Louisiana · EIN 72-6030712 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$918K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$250,000
Total assets$15.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $143,721 and $523,950.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Louisiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lsu Foundation | Baton Rouge, LA | Education | $523,950 |
| Lsu Foundation | Baton Rouge, LA | Education | $250,000 |
| Baton Rouge Area Foundation | Baton Rouge, LA | Donor advised fund | $143,721 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $917,671 | 3 |
| 2024 | $304,466 | 2 |
| 2023 | $923,861 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641359349103979
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 72-6030712
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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