Burbank REALTORS® Community Foundation
Serving Burbank Since 1987
Building Stronger Communities Through Service, Scholarships, and Giving Back
The Burbank REALTORS® Community Foundation (BRCF) is the charitable arm of the Burbank Association of REALTORS®. Since 1987, the Foundation has brought together REALTORS®, affiliate members, local businesses, and community leaders to improve lives through charitable giving, educational support, and community service.
For nearly four decades, the Foundation has invested in local students, supported schools and nonprofit organizations, assisted families in need, and strengthened the Burbank community through volunteerism and philanthropy.
Our mission is simple:
To create opportunities, support those in need, and make a lasting difference in the communities we proudly serve.
Our Impact
Education & Scholarships
- Over $500,000 awarded in scholarships
- More than 400 local students supported
- Annual scholarships awarded to graduating seniors pursuing higher education
Community Giving
- Hundreds of Thanksgiving meals provided to local families
- School supply drives benefiting local students
- Support for charitable organizations and community initiatives
Military Support
- More than 5,000 care packages sent to active-duty military members serving around the world
Community Partnerships
- Support for local schools, nonprofits, and community organizations
- Volunteer programs that strengthen the Burbank community
Sponsor a Scholarship
Leave a Lasting Legacy Through Education
One of the most meaningful ways to support the Foundation is through our Named Scholarship Program.
Each scholarship is awarded directly to a deserving local student in the donor's name, creating a lasting impact on a student's educational journey while honoring the donor's commitment to our community.
Whether you are an individual REALTOR®, affiliate member, brokerage, team, family, or local business, a named scholarship provides an opportunity to invest in the next generation of leaders.
REALTOR® & Brokerage Named Scholarship
$3,000 Scholarship Sponsorship
- Scholarship awarded in your name
- Directly supports one student pursuing higher education
- Opportunity to renew annually
- Recognition at the Foundation's Scholarship Breakfast
- Create a lasting legacy within the Burbank community
Affiliate Named Scholarship
$500 Scholarship Sponsorship
- Affordable opportunity to support local students
- Recognition as a scholarship sponsor
- Demonstrates your commitment to education and community service
Scholarship Selection
Donors may choose whether their scholarship is awarded based on:
- Academic Merit
- Financial Need
- A Combination of Merit and Need
Become a Scholarship Sponsor
For information about establishing a named scholarship, please contact:
info@burbankrealtors.org
818-845-7644Our Story
For decades, the Burbank Board of REALTORS® (now the Burbank Association of REALTORS®) has been committed to serving not only the real estate profession but also the Burbank community.
In 1987, while attending a California Association of REALTORS® convention, Burbank Board of REALTORS® leaders Jim Paul, Chuck Boecher, John Kennedy, and Executive Officer Jack Thorpe gathered for dinner and began discussing how the organization could make an even greater impact within the community.
During that conversation, Jim Paul proposed creating a charitable arm of the Board dedicated to fundraising and community service. The vision was to establish a nonprofit organization that could support local students through scholarships while providing a recognized charitable structure under the IRS tax code as a registered 501(c)(3) organization.
Over the following months, the Community Service Foundation (CSF) was established and received nonprofit status.
The Foundation's first fundraising event was an art auction held at the Board office. That event raised $500, a modest beginning that laid the groundwork for decades of charitable giving and community impact.
Thanks to the vision and dedication of the Foundation's founders, REALTORS®, affiliate members, and community partners have since contributed thousands of dollars to scholarships, charitable programs, and local causes that benefit the City of Burbank.
Today, the Community Service Foundation, now known as the Burbank REALTORS® Community Foundation, continues to carry forward that mission by investing in students, supporting community initiatives, and strengthening the neighborhoods we proudly serve.
Founding Board of Directors (1987)
- Chuck Boecher
- Joseph Terranova
- Mario Iacobellis
- Stuart N. Chase
- Allen G. Cottriel
- Rosemary Forsyth
- James S. Paul
- Tom Paul
- Ronald C. Reeves
- Connie Sharp
- Margan L. Suycott
- Mary L. Vaughn
Founding Officers
- James S. Paul, President
- Chuck Boecher
- John Lucas
- Joseph Terranova
- Don Hurst
A Legacy of Service
As the Foundation approaches its 40th Anniversary in 2027, we remain inspired by the vision of those founders who believed REALTORS® could make a lasting difference beyond real estate.
Their commitment to service continues to guide our mission today: supporting students, strengthening our community, and creating opportunities for future generations.
Community Service & Fundraising
The Foundation's impact extends far beyond scholarships.
Throughout the year, the Foundation supports charitable initiatives, fundraising campaigns, and community service projects that help improve the quality of life for residents throughout Burbank.
Past initiatives have included:
- Scholarship fundraising campaigns
- Holiday giving programs
- Food and supply drives
- Military care package projects
- School support initiatives
- Community volunteer opportunities
- Partnerships with local nonprofit organizations
Every event, donation, and volunteer effort helps strengthen our community and expand the Foundation's impact.
Ways to Get Involved
The Foundation's success is made possible by individuals and organizations who believe in giving back.
You can support the Foundation by:
- Sponsoring a scholarship
- Making a charitable donation
- Becoming an event sponsor
- Volunteering at Foundation programs and events
- Donating products, services, or raffle items
- Partnering with the Foundation on community initiatives
Together, we can continue creating opportunities, supporting local families, and investing in the future of our community.
Make a Donation
Every contribution helps support scholarships, charitable programs, and community initiatives that improve lives throughout Burbank.
The Burbank REALTORS® Community Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Tax ID: 95-4152992
Your generosity helps us continue our mission of service and community impact.
To contribute, contact the foundation directly by email, phone, or mail.
Contact the Foundation
Burbank REALTORS® Community Foundation
2006 W. Magnolia Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91506