The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $51,183 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $4,020. 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$51,183
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$4,020
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $58,885 the year before.
28% 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 | $58,885 | 43 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $51,183 | 47 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Bakermerine 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 The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 14 | $14,329 |
| Maryland | 12 | $12,175 |
| Virginia | 7 | $7,800 |
| New York | 5 | $5,083 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,575 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $2,672 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,602 |
| California | 2 | $1,550 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,537 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $529 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Center | General fund | $4,020 |
| Shine Global Inc | General fund | $3,575 |
| Round House Theater | General fund | $2,608 |
| Jane Goodall Institute | General fund | $2,607 |
| Greenpeace | General fund | $2,585 |
| Kid Museum | General fund | $2,550 |
| Montgomery County Humane Society | General fund | $2,500 |
| Jewish National Fund | General fund | $1,800 |
| Cheetah Conservation Fund | General fund | $1,652 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | General fund | $1,602 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | General fund | $1,575 |
| Save the Chimps | General fund | $1,537 |
| ASPCA | General fund | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Earth | General fund | $1,500 |
| Anne Frank House Inc | General fund | $1,113 |
| Americares | General fund | $1,097 |
| World Central Kitchen | General fund | $1,045 |
| Turtle Island Restoration Network | General fund | $1,035 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund | $1,033 |
| Oceana Inc | General fund | $1,030 |
| City Wildlife DC | General fund | $1,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Medicine | General fund | $1,000 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General fund | $773 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council - NRDC | General fund | $750 |
| Olney Theatre Center | General fund | $700 |
| Bethesda Chevy-Chase Rescue Squad | General fund | $600 |
| Hope for Henry | General fund | $565 |
| Suburban Hospital | General fund | $544 |
| Ifaw | General fund | $529 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General fund | $528 |
| Marine Mammal Center | General fund | $515 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General fund | $515 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General fund | $515 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | General fund | $515 |
| People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals | General fund | $511 |
| JDRF | General fund | $510 |
| Farm Sanctuary | General fund | $500 |
| Weta | General fund | $500 |
| Maryland Public Television | General fund | $360 |
| Care | General fund | $331 |
Officers and trustees
- Marla M Baker
- Robert Baker
Questions people ask
Does The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc give?
$51,183 in tax year 2024, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Marla M Baker (Director) and Robert Baker (Director).
What does The Bakermerine Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, animals and environment and conservation.