The Shermon C Burgess Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyJacksonville, Florida · EIN 59-3680441 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$28K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$186K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $15,000.
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.
Where it gives
33% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billy Graham Ministries | Charlotte, NC | Support | $15,000 |
| Ortega Methodist Church | Jacksonville, FL | Support | $10,000 |
| Bethel Perpetual Ceremony Fund | Jacksonville, FL | Support | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $30,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640489349100019
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 59-3680441
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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