David S Baum Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
David S Baum Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Sanibel Island, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $422,500 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$422,500
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.3 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $440,998 the year before.
28% 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 | $440,998 | 34 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $422,500 | 32 | $9.3 million |
How to apply
David S Baum 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 David S Baum Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $92,900 |
| Wisconsin | 7 | $81,100 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $32,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $23,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| David Horowitz Freedom Center | Unrestricted charitable gift | $50,000 |
| Young America's Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $50,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Unrestricted charitable gift | $35,000 |
| Chance for Hope | Unrestricted charitable gift | $27,900 |
| Dyslexia Center of Austin | Unrestricted charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Judicial Watch | Unrestricted charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Mmac Community Support Foundation Inc | Unrestricted charitable gift | $20,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Unrestricted charitable gift | $20,000 |
| United Way Blackhawk Region | Unrestricted charitable gift | $17,000 |
| Agrace Foundation (Janesville Hospice) | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Ding Darling Wildlife Society | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Gifts Men's Shelter | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Healthnet of Rock County | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Kandu Industries | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Kids Meals Inc | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Project Veritas | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Roaring Fork Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Salvation Army Ft Myers Area Command | Unrestricted charitable gift | $10,000 |
| Valley View Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $8,000 |
| Amazing Place | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Beloved Gallery | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Capital Area Tennis | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Melanie Rychlik Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Religious Freedom Institute | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Southeastern Guide Dogs | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Youthentity | Unrestricted charitable gift | $5,000 |
| Rotary Gardens | Unrestricted charitable gift | $4,100 |
| Hillsdale College | Unrestricted charitable gift | $3,000 |
| Go Fish of Sanibel-Captiva | Unrestricted charitable gift | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David S Baum
- Tracy S Sapien
- Fidel A Sapien
- Melissa A Baum
- Judy J Baum
- Kimberly Baum Adamany
Questions people ask
Does David S Baum Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David S Baum Foundation Inc give?
$422,500 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs David S Baum Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David S Baum (President), Tracy S Sapien (Secretary), Fidel A Sapien (Treasurer) and Melissa A Baum (Vice President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does David S Baum Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, health and human services.