G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund
Preselected recipients only
G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund is a private foundation in Stilwell, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 97 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $261,915. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants97
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$261,915
- Assets$30.4 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.8 million | 97 | $28.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 97 | $30.4 million |
How to apply
G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund 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 G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 43 | $1.1 million |
| Minnesota | 2 | $497,500 |
| Kansas | 14 | $232,736 |
| Massachusetts | 14 | $74,100 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $60,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 9 | $17,480 |
| New York | 7 | $16,808 |
| Iowa | 2 | $11,658 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson Gallery Foundation | Arts, culture & humanities | $261,915 |
| Mayo Clinic | Healthcare | $260,000 |
| Carleton College | Educational | $237,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City | Philanthropy, volunteerism & grantmaking foundation | $105,186 |
| KC Uncornered | Support mental health | $100,400 |
| Jewish Family Services | Human services | $61,000 |
| New Reform Temple | Religious | $58,743 |
| Kansas City Symphony | Arts, culture & humanities | $56,000 |
| Kauffman Center of the Performing Arts | Arts, culture & humanities | $55,000 |
| Harvesters - the Community Food Network | Food, agriculture & nutrition | $50,000 |
| Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh | Horror of the holocaust and antisemitism with injustices | $50,000 |
| ACLU Foundation of Kansas | Prevention of threat to constitutional liberties | $47,500 |
| Greater Kansas City Community Foundation | Community improvement & capacity building | $45,000 |
| Umkc Foundation | Educational | $41,000 |
| Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care | Human services | $40,250 |
| Pembroke Hill School | Educational | $26,000 |
| Bluedot Impact Fund | To support development of ai | $25,000 |
| Kansas City Girls Preparatory Academy Foundation | Educational | $25,000 |
| Kcur 893 | Arts and culture | $25,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Kansas City | Arts, culture & humanities | $25,000 |
| Saint Luke's Foundation | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| Union Station Kansas City | Preserving union station kansas city historic monument | $25,000 |
| Pawsperity | To support dog grooming and day care | $20,000 |
| University Academy Foundation | Educational | $20,000 |
| Hyman Brand Hebrew Academy | Educational | $15,000 |
| Johnson County Library | Educational | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Gift | Arts, culture & humanities | $15,000 |
| National Wwi Museum and Memorial | Educational | $15,000 |
| Sheriff's Meadow Foundation | Conservation | $15,000 |
| Truman Library Institute | Library and museum | $15,000 |
| Village Shalom Inc | Human services | $15,000 |
| Kansas City Art Institute | Educational | $14,200 |
| The Arts Engagement Foundation of KC | Promote engagement and increase participation in arts in kc | $12,500 |
| Operation Breakthrough Inc | Providing a safe, loving, and educational environment to children living in poverty | $12,100 |
| Temple B'nai Jeshurun | Religious | $11,258 |
| American Jewish Committee | Support the well-being of the jewish people and israel | $10,000 |
| Island Eats MV Inc | Arts, culture & humanities | $10,000 |
| Island Housing Trust | Housing preservation | $10,000 |
| JDC | Religious | $10,000 |
| Kanbe's Markets | Arts, culture & humanities | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann Kaufmann Baum
- Bruce C Davison
- Janice C Kreamer
Questions people ask
Does G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 97 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann Kaufmann Baum (Class A Trustee), Bruce C Davison (Class B Trustee) and Janice C Kreamer (Class B Trustee).
What does G Kenneth and Ann Baum Philanthropic Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.