The Bauer Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bauer Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New Canaan, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.5 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$5.5 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$16.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $4.3 million | 35 | $17.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 33 | $18.2 million |
| 2025 | $5.5 million | 36 | $16.9 million |
How to apply
The Bauer Family Foundation Inc 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 The Bauer Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 26 | $4.7 million |
| California | 2 | $220,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $150,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $75,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $60,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family & Children's Agency | Operational Support | $1.3 million |
| Inspirica Inc | Operational Support | $1.0 million |
| Open Doors Norwalk | Operational Support | $1.0 million |
| Norwalk Hospital Foundation | Operational Support | $300,000 |
| Stepping Stones Museum for Children Inc | Capital Growth Plan | $200,000 |
| Green Lake Conference Center | Operational Support | $150,000 |
| Focusing Philanthropy | Operational Support | $120,000 |
| Circle of Care | General Support - For families of children with cancer | $100,000 |
| Elderhouse Day Care Center | Operational Support for adult day care center | $100,000 |
| Goodwin University | Operational Support | $100,000 |
| Habitat For Humanity | Global Impact Fund | $100,000 |
| International Christian Alliance on Prostitution | Operational Support for Conference | $100,000 |
| One World Surgery | Operational Support | $100,000 |
| Princeton University | Princeton Initiative for Faith and Work | $100,000 |
| Tiny Miracles Foundation | Operational Support - BiLingual Professional Mentor | $80,000 |
| Lumunos | Operational Support | $75,000 |
| Summer Theatre of New Canaan | General Support | $55,000 |
| Americares | Operational Support - Americares Airlift Benefit | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Coastal Fairfield County | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| Horizons at New Canaan Country School | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| Liberation Programs Inc | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk | Annual Gala - Seas the Night | $50,000 |
| Pivot Ministries | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| Saint Joseph Parenting Center | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| St Louis Aquarium Foundation | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| The Carver Center | General Support | $50,000 |
| Brooke Charter Schools | Operational Support | $30,000 |
| Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| CCNC Foundation | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Gateway Region YMCA | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Horizons at CT State College Norwalk | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Norwalk Community Benefit Fund | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Raymond Preaching Ministry | Operation Support | $10,000 |
| The Congregational Church of New Canaan | Kenya Project | $10,000 |
| Yale University | Yale Divinity School Annual Fund | $10,000 |
| Quilts That Care | Operation Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George P Bauer
- Carol B Bauer
- Jocelyn Bauer
- Jennifer Toll
- Brad Bauer
- Diane M Allison
- Hans Dijs
Questions people ask
Does The Bauer Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bauer Family Foundation Inc give?
$5.5 million in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Bauer Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists George P Bauer (President), Carol B Bauer (Secretary), Jocelyn Bauer (Board Member) and Jennifer Toll (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Bauer Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.