Baldridge Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Baldridge Family Foundation is a private foundation in Champaign, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$43,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$871,122
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,954 the year before.
50% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $36,516 | 4 | $794,207 |
| 2024 | $35,954 | 3 | $861,409 |
| 2025 | $43,000 | 4 | $871,122 |
How to apply
Baldridge 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 3 | $33,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Club | Greatest needs | $20,000 |
| Soul Soup Kitchen | Greatest needs | $10,000 |
| Ellis County Children's Advocacy Center | Greatest needs | $10,000 |
| Siloam Baptist Church | Greatest needs | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Lambert
- Mary Pat Lafitte
- Melinda Hardy
- Melissa Hayes
- Sherry Hornsby
- Edwin T Baldridge
- David B Sholem
Questions people ask
Does Baldridge Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Baldridge Family Foundation give?
$43,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Baldridge Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amanda Lambert (Director), Mary Pat Lafitte (Director), Melinda Hardy (Director) and Melissa Hayes (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.