Baxter Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Baxter Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $853,275 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $115,250. 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$853,275
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$115,250
- Assets$11.6 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $494,000 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $494,000 | 14 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $853,275 | 22 | $11.6 million |
How to apply
Baxter Family 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 Baxter Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 12 | $608,250 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $125,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $70,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $45,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Edward Catholic Church - St Edwards's Guild | Religious organization | $115,250 |
| Palm Beach Island Hospice Foundation | Health agency | $100,000 |
| Palm Beach Police Foundation | Civic organization | $100,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue | Civic organization | $100,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | General support | $75,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Sema | Religious organization | $50,000 |
| Grier School | Educational organization | $40,000 |
| Hanley Center Foundation | General support | $40,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | Cultural organization | $35,000 |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach Inc | Religious organization | $30,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | Cultural art organization | $25,000 |
| University of Miami Miller School of Medicine | The ophthalmology academic fund | $25,000 |
| Western Academy | Educational organization | $25,000 |
| Palm Beach Symphony | Cultural art organization | $20,000 |
| Willistown Country Day School | Educational organization | $20,000 |
| The Raymond F Kravis Center for the Performing Arts Inc | Civic organization | $17,000 |
| Magnolia School | Educational organization | $15,000 |
| Fighting Back Scholarship Program | Social agency | $10,000 |
| Fight the New Drug | General support | $5,000 |
| Westcott Study Center | Educational organization | $5,000 |
| Diocese of Palm Beach | Religious organization | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $25 |
Officers and trustees
- Harold J Baxter
Questions people ask
Does Baxter Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Baxter Family Foundation give?
$853,275 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Baxter Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Harold J Baxter (President).
What does Baxter Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and faith communities.