MR Bauer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MR Bauer Foundation is a private foundation in Oregon, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $734,250 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $734,250 and the largest $734,250. 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$734,250
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$734,250
- Largest grant$734,250
- Assets$19.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $548,100 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $650,600 | 1 | $16.2 million |
| 2024 | $548,100 | 1 | $17.9 million |
| 2025 | $734,250 | 1 | $19.5 million |
How to apply
MR 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $734,250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See Attached Schedule | Charitable | $734,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Kent Lawrence
- Kathleen A Lawrence
- Roy G Svenson
- Mitchell B Goldberg
- Dr Steve L Meeks
Questions people ask
Does MR Bauer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MR Bauer Foundation give?
$734,250 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $734,250.
Who runs MR Bauer Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kent Lawrence (Pesident/Executive Dir), Kathleen A Lawrence (Treas/Secretary), Roy G Svenson (Vice-President) and Mitchell B Goldberg (Director and Assistant Director) among 5 officers and trustees.