Fred and Sherry Bargar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Fred and Sherry Bargar Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$31,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$226,585
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $21,300 | 8 | $229,349 |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 4 | $237,735 |
| 2025 | $31,000 | 6 | $226,585 |
How to apply
Fred and Sherry Bargar 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Saint Joseph High School Inc | Program support | $15,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation Midatlantic | Program support | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Childrens Ctr | Program support | $5,000 |
| Brew | Program support | $5,000 |
| Marie Selby Gardens | Program support | $500 |
| Ringling Museum of Art | Program support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Alfred Bargar
- Sherry A Bargar
- Adam W Bargar
- Carrie A Bargar
Questions people ask
Does Fred and Sherry Bargar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fred and Sherry Bargar Foundation give?
$31,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Fred and Sherry Bargar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alfred Bargar (Director), Sherry A Bargar (Director), Adam W Bargar (Director) and Carrie A Bargar (Director).