Mcburney Foundation | Foundation Profile
GrantBay analyzes IRS Form 990-PF data to help grant seekers find fit funders like Mcburney Foundation. Data shown is extracted from Form 990-PF filings.
EIN: 75-6028620
Foundation Overview
Based in Ross, CA, Mcburney Foundation has awarded 143 grants totaling $1,506,000 to organizations in California, Maine and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $1,000 to $60,000, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
13 of 27 recipients (48%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
78% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in San Rafael (34%), San Francisco (18%), Bolinas (14%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 76% growth in annual giving over 5 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (44%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
Where is The Money Going?
Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Mcburney Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2025 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2025 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses, Food, Stewardship, Supplies | 2025 |
| Bolinas Museum | $10,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2025 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2025 |
| Sf-marin Food Bank | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Food For The Hungry | 2025 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | $10,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Thrid World Farming Education And Health | 2025 |
| Redwood High School Foundation | $30,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Arts, Athletics, Education | 2025 |
| Extrafoodorg | $5,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Food & Expenses | 2025 |
| Friends Of Bird Life | $4,000 | New York, NY, US | Childrens Physical And Mental Health | 2025 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2025 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $25,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2025 |
| The Branson School | $25,000 | Ross, CA, US | Educational Programs | 2025 |
| Hope And Healing Foundation | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Wellness | 2025 |
| Atlana Volunteer Lawyers Foundation | $10,000 | Atlanta, GA, US | Free Legal Services | 2025 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $15,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2025 |
| Play Marin | $10,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Educational Programs | 2025 |
| Marin Foster Care | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Childrens Foster Care Resources | 2025 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2025 |
| Project Avary | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Mentoring, Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2025 |
| Salesian College Preparatory | $8,000 | Richmond, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2025 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2025 |
| Wildcare | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Educational Programs | 2025 |
| Dress For Success | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Womans Resource And Support | 2025 |
| Vivalon | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Food, Transportation, Expenses For Elderly | 2025 |
| Bolinas Fire House Park | $10,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance And Expenses | 2025 |
| Bolinas Community Land Trust | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Program Support | 2025 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2023 |
| Extrafoodorg | $3,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Food & Expenses | 2023 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2023 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses, Food, Stewardship, Supplies | 2023 |
| Bolinas Museum | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2023 |
| Caminos De Agua Foundation | $7,000 | Lake Forest, IL, US | Maintenance, Expensesmaintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Casita Linda Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $4,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2023 |
| Kentfield Schools Foundation | $10,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2023 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2023 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $6,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2023 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2023 |
| San Miguel Community Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| Trips For Kids | $2,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Equipment, Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| East Bay Agency For Children | $5,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| School Of The Sacred Heart | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Equipment, Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| Friends Of The Hillsboro City Library | $5,000 | Hillsboro, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses, Youth Programs | 2023 |
| Sequoia Living (Ecba) | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Tutoring Progarms For Kids. | 2023 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2023 |
| Extrafoodorg | $3,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Food & Expenses | 2023 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2023 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses, Food, Stewardship, Supplies | 2023 |
| Bolinas Museum | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2023 |
| Caminos De Agua Foundation | $7,000 | Lake Forest, IL, US | Maintenance, Expensesmaintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Casita Linda Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2023 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $4,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2023 |
| Kentfield Schools Foundation | $10,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2023 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $50,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2023 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $6,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2023 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2023 |
| San Miguel Community Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| Trips For Kids | $2,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Equipment, Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| East Bay Agency For Children | $5,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| School Of The Sacred Heart | $20,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Equipment, Education, Stewardship | 2023 |
| Friends Of The Hillsboro City Library | $5,000 | Hillsboro, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses, Youth Programs | 2023 |
| Sequoia Living (Ecba) | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Tutoring Progarms For Kids. | 2023 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses And Food | 2022 |
| Bolinas Museum | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2022 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2022 |
| Forwords | $50,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Literacy Program, Scholarships | 2022 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2022 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $35,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2022 |
| Kentfield Schools Foundation | $5,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $20,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2022 |
| Casita Linda Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2022 |
| Caminos De Agua Foundation | $5,000 | Lake Forest, IL, US | Maintenance, Expensesmaintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses And Food | 2022 |
| Bolinas Museum | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2022 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2022 |
| Forwords | $50,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Literacy Program, Scholarships | 2022 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2022 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $35,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2022 |
| Kentfield Schools Foundation | $5,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $20,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2022 |
| Casita Linda Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2022 |
| Caminos De Agua Foundation | $5,000 | Lake Forest, IL, US | Maintenance, Expensesmaintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2022 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses And Food | 2022 |
| Bolinas Museum | $25,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2022 |
| Belvedere Cove Foundation | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education, Supplies | 2022 |
| Forwords | $50,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Literacy Program, Scholarships | 2022 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2022 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $35,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2022 |
| Kentfield Schools Foundation | $5,000 | Kentfield, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $20,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2022 |
| One Tam | $5,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2022 |
| Casita Linda Foundation | $5,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2022 |
| Caminos De Agua Foundation | $5,000 | Lake Forest, IL, US | Maintenance, Expensesmaintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Guide Dogs For The Blind | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| Alzheimer's Association | $2,000 | Washington, DC, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2022 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2021 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $6,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Expenses And Food | 2021 |
| Maine Fiberarts | $2,000 | Topsham, ME, US | Art Room, Supplies, Seminars, Mentoring | 2021 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2021 |
| Headlands Center For The Arts | $5,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Arts Education | 2021 |
| Forwords | $50,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Literacy Program, Scholarships | 2021 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classes | 2021 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $13,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2021 |
| Project Avary | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Mentoring, Scholarships, Classes | 2021 |
| City Of San Rafael | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships, Education | 2021 |
| Vivalon | $4,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Food, Transporation, Expenses | 2021 |
| Bolinas Museum | $5,000 | Bolinas, CA, US | Maintenance, Expenses | 2021 |
| San Francisco University High School Annual Fund | $3,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Scholarships, Financial Aid | 2021 |
| One Tam | $7,000 | San Francisco, CA, US | Education, Stewardship | 2021 |
| Marin County Deputy Sheriffs Assn | $1,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Mentoring, Community Service | 2021 |
| Marin Primary Middle School | $10,000 | Larkspur, CA, US | Equipment And Scholarships | 2020 |
| Bolinas Community Center | $5,000 | Bonlinas, CA, US | Expenses And Food | 2020 |
| Bolinas Community Land Trust | $5,000 | Bonlinas, CA, US | Expenses And Rent | 2020 |
| Forwords | $60,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Literacy Program, Scholarships | 2020 |
| Call Of The Sea Matthew Turner Project | $10,000 | Sausalito, CA, US | Scholarships,seminars, Maintenance | 2020 |
| La Biblioteca Publica De San Miguel De Allende | $25,000 | Houston, TX, US | Art Room, Supplies, Classess | 2020 |
| 10000 Degrees | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Scholarships | 2020 |
| Project Avary | $5,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Mentoring, Scholarships, Classes | 2020 |
| Vivalon | $10,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Food, Transporation, Expenses | 2020 |
| San Miguel Community Foundation | $4,000 | Laredo, TX, US | Food And Expenses | 2020 |
| Extrafoodorg | $6,000 | San Rafael, CA, US | Food And Expenses | 2020 |
Foundations Similar to Mcburney Foundation
Discover 5 foundations with comparable assets ($5,429,324-$5,467,125), similar grant patterns, and geographic focus in CA that may also align with your organization's funding needs and grant seeking strategy.
| Foundation Name | Total Assets | Typical Grant Size | Service Area | Similarity Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
The Zaffaroni Foundation
EIN: 94-6100109 | 64 grants awarded |
$5,442,341
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
Menlo Park, CA
Same state |
|
|
Janet L Mills Foundation
EIN: 52-2284531 | 57 grants awarded |
$5,441,861
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
San Rafael, CA
Same state |
|
|
Lynn & Les Bider Family Foundation
EIN: 95-4621358 | 252 grants awarded |
$5,439,273
(≈ Similar) |
$7,250
median grant |
Calabasas, CA
Same state |
|
|
The Katie Mcgrath & Jj Abrams Family
EIN: 45-3682112 | 610 grants awarded |
$5,467,125
(≈ Similar) |
$10,000
median grant |
Encino, CA
Same state |
|
|
L & L Borok Foundation
EIN: 20-0936535 | 550 grants awarded |
$5,429,324
(≈ Similar) |
$3,000
median grant |
Sunnyvale, CA
Same state |
|
Related Foundation Resources in CA:
Contact Information
Official contact details for Mcburney Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 75-6028620 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | PO BOX 378 Ross, CA 94957-0378 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Mcburney Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Starrs Arnot |
|---|---|
| Vice President/ Treasurer | Linda Mcburney |
Forms 990-PF
IRS Form 990-PF filings provide comprehensive financial information, grant details, and operational data. These documents are essential resources for understanding foundation capacity, giving patterns, and strategic priorities.
Form 990-PF Research Tips
- Review Part XV for detailed grant recipient information and funding purposes
- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
About This Foundation Profile
This comprehensive foundation profile for Mcburney Foundation is powered by Grant Bay's advanced foundation research platform. Our system analyzes IRS Form 990-PF filings, grant histories, and philanthropic patterns to provide nonprofit organizations with actionable intelligence for grant seeking success.
Data Sources & Accuracy
All information is derived from official IRS filings and public records. Grant Bay processes thousands of Form 990-PF documents to extract grant details, financial data, and organizational information. Data accuracy depends on foundation reporting quality and IRS filing completeness.
Research Applications
Use this profile for prospect research, grant strategy development, application preparation, and relationship building. Combine this data with additional research on foundation priorities, application processes, and board member backgrounds for comprehensive grant seeking strategies.