Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lutherville, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$54.5 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.5 million the year before.
26% 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 | $2.5 million | 38 | $52.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 39 | $54.5 million |
How to apply
Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust 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 Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 33 | $2.0 million |
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $53,880 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Meals on Wheels | To further the exempt purpose | $300,000 |
| Healthcare for the Homeless | To further the exempt purpose | $150,000 |
| Thread | To further the exempt purpose | $125,000 |
| Harford Family House | To further the exempt purpose | $110,000 |
| Save The Children | to further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| The Loyola School | To further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Our Daily Bread | To further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Focusing Philanthropy for Vision to Learn | To further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| Franciscan Center | To further the exempt purpose | $100,000 |
| The Seed School | To further the exempt purpose | $95,969 |
| Ronald McDonald House | To further the exempt purpose | $90,000 |
| Turnaround | To further the exempt purpose | $90,000 |
| Paul's Place | To further the exempt purpose | $75,000 |
| Dyslexia Tutoring Program | To further the exempt purpose | $64,000 |
| Itineris Inc | To further the exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| Helping up Mission | To further the exempt purpose | $60,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | To further the exempt purpose | $52,220 |
| The ARC Northern Chesapeake Region | To further the exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Sharebaby Inc | To further the exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| ORCH Kids Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | To further the exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Christopher Place Employment Academy | To further the exempt purpose | $45,219 |
| The Samaritan Community | To further the exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Nick's Place | to further the exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Horizon Day Camp | To further the exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Youth Empowered Society Drop in Center | To further the exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Weekend Backpacks for Homeless Kids | To further the exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Univ of MD St Joseph Medical Center | To further the exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| Future Harvest | To further the exempt purpose | $25,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Church resource Exchange | To further the exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Olney Theatre Center | To further the exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| MT Washington Pediatric Hospital | to further the exempt purpose | $18,000 |
| SOZO Children | To further the exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Fishes & Loaves Food Pantry | To further the exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Maryland Opera (formally Lyric Opera House) | To further the exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Assoc of Baltimore Area Grantmakers | To further the exempt purpose | $7,310 |
| Baltimore Women's Giving Circle | To further the exempt purpose | $2,400 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | To further the exempt purpose | $1,660 |
| B Foundation | To further the exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Light House | To further the exempt purpose | $225 |
Officers and trustees
- Audrey B Drossner
- Charlotte Floyd
- Raymond A Mason
Questions people ask
Does Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Audrey B Drossner (Trustee), Charlotte Floyd (Trustee) and Raymond A Mason (Trustee).
What does Kenneth S Battye Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, education and youth programs.