Baker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Baker Foundation is a private foundation in Decatur, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $151,150 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$151,150
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2024 was up from $82,500 the year before.
73% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $82,500 | 9 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $151,150 | 15 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
Baker Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Baker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 8 | $55,150 |
| Florida | 2 | $55,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $27,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Collier County Community Fdn | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Highlands Cashiers Health Fdn | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Community Fdn of Greater Decatur | Charitable | $15,000 |
| The Rotary Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Parkinson Association of Alabama | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Country Club of Bham Employee Assistance Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| City of Decatur Cemetery Project | Charitable | $9,300 |
| Highlands Biological Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| United Way of Central Alabama | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundatio | Charitable | $5,000 |
| City of Highlands Highlands Community Playground | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Phillips Brooks House Association | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Carnegie Visual Arts Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
| DecaturMorgan County Minority Dev | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Decatur Public Library | Charitable | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- Cindy B Strickland
- Becky B Wachholz
- Charles R Paler
Questions people ask
Does Baker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Baker Foundation give?
$151,150 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Baker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cindy B Strickland (President Director), Becky B Wachholz (Director Chairman of the Board) and Charles R Paler (Director Secretary).
What does Baker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.