Richard and Mary Bard Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Richard and Mary Bard Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $590,700 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$590,700
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$763,143
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,000 the year before.
29% of its 2025 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 | $83,630 | 16 | $950,213 |
| 2024 | $66,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $590,700 | 17 | $763,143 |
How to apply
Richard and Mary Bard 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 Richard and Mary Bard Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $522,000 |
| Michigan | 6 | $27,600 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,100 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan Area Foundation | General | $500,000 |
| The Ohio Stat University Foundati | General | $20,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General | $10,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | General | $10,000 |
| Consrvative Partnership Institute | General | $10,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| North Naples United Methodist Churc | General | $5,000 |
| Hope College | General | $5,000 |
| Parkview Foundation Inc | General | $5,000 |
| North Rome Baptist Church | General | $2,000 |
| First Church of Christ | General | $1,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Community Hospitals & Wellness | General | $1,000 |
| Michigan State University | General | $500 |
| St Mary on the Lake Catholic Church | General | $100 |
| Conservency of Southwest Florida | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard O Bard
- Mary E Bard
Questions people ask
Does Richard and Mary Bard Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard and Mary Bard Foundation give?
$590,700 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard and Mary Bard Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard O Bard (President/Tr) and Mary E Bard (Secretary).
What does Richard and Mary Bard Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.