Barron Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Barron Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Potomac, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $250,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$250,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $250,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 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 | $250,000 | 9 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 12 | $5.3 million |
| 2025 | $250,000 | 13 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Barron Family 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.
What Barron Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $60,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $50,000 |
| New York | 3 | $20,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mata Amritanandanmayi Center | For assistance in worldwide humantarian activities. | $100,000 |
| The Western Colorado Community Foundation | For assistance in providing resources to benefit the residents and communities in western colorado. | $22,000 |
| Denkai Animal Sanctuary | For assistance in aiding domestic animals in crisis. | $18,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | For assistance in providing medical humanitarian care worldwide. | $17,000 |
| Save A Child's Heart | For assistance in providing medical care for critically ill children. | $17,000 |
| Jssa | For assistance in providing health and social services to the community. | $16,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom | For assistance in disaster relief, ambulanxe, and blood services. | $10,000 |
| Balanced | For assistance in improving food environments in schools, hospitals, and other critical institutions. | $10,000 |
| Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries | For assistance in improving the quality of care at sanctuaries worldwide. | $10,000 |
| The Dolphin House Child Advocacy Center | For assistance in educating, advocating, and protecting victims of child abuse. | $10,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | For assistance in strengthening the jewish community. | $10,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | For assistance in education programs. | $5,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | For assistance in building a strong and virbrant future for the land and people of israel. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard A Barron
- Carol S Barron
Questions people ask
Does Barron Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barron Family Foundation Inc give?
$250,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Barron Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard A Barron (President/Treasurer) and Carol S Barron (Vice President/Secretary).
What does Barron Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and animals.