Lauri S Bauer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lauri S Bauer Foundation is a private foundation in Long Grove, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$70,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$425,557
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $110,000 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 | $65,000 | 4 | $281,050 |
| 2024 | $110,000 | 5 | $339,233 |
| 2025 | $70,500 | 4 | $425,557 |
How to apply
Lauri S Bauer 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $70,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lauri Bauer Grief Center | Grief supportive services for children, families, and schools | $30,000 |
| Juf | Power local jewish programs in the community | $30,000 |
| The Auditorium Theatre | Hearts to art | $10,000 |
| HALLIE225 Foundation | North shore supermom 5k | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Balbiber
- Lauren Margolin
- Steven Greenberg
- Scott Bauer
- Michael Bauer
- Tracy Layne
- Jack Newman
- Audrey Mass
Questions people ask
Does Lauri S Bauer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lauri S Bauer Foundation give?
$70,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Lauri S Bauer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Balbiber (President), Lauren Margolin (Secretary), Steven Greenberg (Treasurer) and Scott Bauer (Assistant Secretary) among 8 officers and trustees.