The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bowling Green, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $648,541 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $642,541. 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$648,541
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$642,541
- Assets$35.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $574,938 the year before.
33% 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 | $574,938 | 4 | $32.7 million |
| 2024 | $648,541 | 3 | $35.8 million |
How to apply
The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc 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
What The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 3 | $648,541 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wku Foundation Wku Foundation | Charitable purpose | $642,541 |
| Operation Pride Operation Pride | Chairtable purpose | $5,000 |
| Aviation Heritage Park Aviation Heritage Park | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Robert Hilliard
- William M Doerr
- Keith Carwell
- Tim Edelen
Questions people ask
Does The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc give?
$648,541 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists J Robert Hilliard (President), William M Doerr (Treasurer), Keith Carwell (Secretary) and Tim Edelen (Board Member).
What does The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.