Burroughs Wellcome Fund is a private foundation based in Rtp, North Carolina with $848M in assets, focused on Philanthropy & Grantmaking. Profile based on its IRS Form 990-PF filing, compiled by Grantoria.
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Grants Burroughs Wellcome Fund has awarded
1 grantee · $34.2M total in its latest IRS Form 990-PF. Largest recipients:
Grantees recorded on Form 990-PF Part XV; amounts aggregated by Grantoria. Linked names have full recipient profiles.
Giving history
Total grants paid by year (IRS Form 990-PF, Part XV).
About Burroughs Wellcome Fund
- TypePrivate foundation
- Primary focusPhilanthropy & Grantmaking
- HeadquartersRtp, North Carolina
- EIN237225395
- IRS ruling1972
Financial data from the organization's IRS Form 990-PF (Exempt Organizations Business Master File). View 990-PF filings on ProPublica →
Grants in Philanthropy & Grantmaking area
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Frequently asked questions
What is Burroughs Wellcome Fund?
Burroughs Wellcome Fund is a private foundation based in Rtp, North Carolina with $848M in total assets, as reported on its IRS Form 990-PF.
What does Burroughs Wellcome Fund fund?
Its primary focus area is Philanthropy & Grantmaking (IRS NTEE classification). For grant opportunities in this area, see open grants.
What is the EIN of Burroughs Wellcome Fund?
Burroughs Wellcome Fund's EIN is 237225395. View its 990-PF filings on ProPublica.
How do I apply for a grant from Burroughs Wellcome Fund?
Private foundations like Burroughs Wellcome Fund typically award grants by invitation or through their own application process — review its giving area (Philanthropy & Grantmaking) and find official contact details in its IRS Form 990-PF. Grantoria is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Burroughs Wellcome Fund. For grants open to public application right now, use the Grant Finder.
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File (Form 990-PF), compiled by Grantoria. Financial figures reflect the latest available IRS data; grantee history is being added. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the foundation.