The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation is a private foundation in Milan, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $183,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$183,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $85,640 the year before.
11% 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 | $85,640 | 16 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $183,000 | 9 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The Chester & Ruth Baylor 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.
What The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 6 | $175,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $6,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Milan Public Schools | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| Milan Fire Department | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Milan UMC | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Hanover College | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Hope Chest | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| St Paul Cemetery | Cemetery Assistance | $5,000 |
| Hope's Closet | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Waa | General Operating Support | $2,000 |
| Dollars for Scholars | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Baylor
- Kathryn Hammond Petrossi
- Stephen Baylor
- Bonnie B Hammond
- Cari Baylor
- Jenny Lynn Swisher
- Benjamin Baylor Hammond
Questions people ask
Does The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation give?
$183,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kelly Baylor (President), Kathryn Hammond Petrossi (Director), Stephen Baylor (Director) and Bonnie B Hammond (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does The Chester & Ruth Baylor Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.