Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation is a private foundation in Shreveport, Louisiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,100 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $40,000. 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$50,100
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $51,000 the year before.
60% 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 | $52,860 | 4 | $764,252 |
| 2024 | $51,000 | 2 | $990,022 |
| 2025 | $50,100 | 5 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Dr George and Sandra Bakowski 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 Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 2 | $40,400 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $7,200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LSU Health Foundation | Promote health science | $40,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Promote health science | $7,200 |
| Southern College of Optometry | Promote education | $1,500 |
| National Football Foundation | Promote amature football | $1,000 |
| Diocese of Shreveport | Promote vocations | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr George Bakowski
- Sandra Bakowski
- Robert Bakowski
Questions people ask
Does Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation give?
$50,100 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr George Bakowski (Trustee), Sandra Bakowski (Trustee) and Robert Bakowski (Trustee).
What does Dr George and Sandra Bakowski Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.