Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc
Preselected recipients only
Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc is a private foundation in West Palm Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $170,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$34.6 million
- New grantees12%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
12% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 36 | $26.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 34 | $31.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 34 | $34.6 million |
How to apply
Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc 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 Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 34 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation for Palm Beach & Martin Counties | General | $170,000 |
| Quantum House | General | $95,000 |
| Place of Hope | General | $80,000 |
| Alzheimer's Community Care | General | $75,000 |
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | General | $75,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General | $65,000 |
| Education Foundation of Palm Beach County | General | $60,000 |
| Palm Beach County Food Bank Inc | General | $60,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General | $55,000 |
| Els for Autism Foundation | General | $45,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | General | $45,000 |
| Legal Aid Society of South Florida Inc | General | $40,000 |
| Young Singers of the Palm Beach | General | $40,000 |
| Children's Home Society of Florida | General | $35,000 |
| American Heart Association | General | $30,000 |
| Furry Friends | General | $30,000 |
| Student Aces | General | $30,000 |
| Bella's Angels | General | $25,000 |
| The Arc of Palm Beach County Inc | General | $25,000 |
| Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General | $20,000 |
| Palm Beach County Police Athletic League | General | $20,000 |
| Palm Beach County Youth for Christ | General | $20,000 |
| Quail Valley Charities | General | $20,000 |
| The Center for Family Services | General | $20,000 |
| Kelly's Fosters | General | $15,000 |
| Pediatric Oncology Support Team | General | $15,000 |
| Florida Easter Seals | General | $10,000 |
| Leaf | General | $10,000 |
| McCarthy Wildlife Sanctuary | General | $10,000 |
| Milagro Center | General | $10,000 |
| Speak Up for Kids | General | $10,000 |
| The Palm Beach Symphony Society Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Urban Youth Impact | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Donten
- Tasha Dickinson Day Pitney LLP
- Roberta Jurney
Questions people ask
Does Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc?
Its 2025 filing lists David S Donten (Director), Tasha Dickinson Day Pitney LLP (Director) and Roberta Jurney (Director).
What does Ckenneth & Laura Baxter Foundationinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, health and education.