B&d Foundation
Preselected recipients only
B&d Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $118,850 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $8,825 and the largest $100,000. 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$118,850
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$8,825
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $112,500 the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $112,500 | 18 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $118,850 | 18 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
B&d 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 B&d Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $183,850 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership | General operating support/annual gift | $100,000 |
| American Jewish World Service | General operating support/annual gift | $20,000 |
| Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership | General operating support/annual gift | $20,000 |
| Camp Nebagamon | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| University of Chicago - Crown Family School of Social Work Policy and Prac | General operating support/annual gift | $10,000 |
| Chicago Sinai Congregation | General operating support/annual gift | $9,700 |
| National Public Housing Museum (NPHM) | General operating support/annual gift | $9,650 |
| Little Samaritan Mission | General operating support/annual gift | $8,000 |
| Chicago Youth Centers | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center Inc | General operating support/annual gift | $5,000 |
| Family Focus | General operating support/annual gift | $2,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| New Israel Fund | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| Southside Center of Hope (Fka St Martin de Porres House of Hope) | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
| Women's Equity in Access to Care & Treatment (We-Actx) | General operating support/annual gift | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna E Barrows
- Samuel Barrows
- Charles Jacob Barrows
- Ted Abraham Barrows
- Lauren K Macdonald
Questions people ask
Does B&d Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does B&d Foundation give?
$118,850 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $8,825.
Who runs B&d Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donna E Barrows (President/Director), Samuel Barrows (Vice President/Director), Charles Jacob Barrows (Vice President/Director) and Ted Abraham Barrows (Vice President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does B&d Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.