The Bond Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Bond Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Timonium, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $500,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$500,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $390,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $295,000 | 5 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $390,000 | 6 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $500,500 | 8 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Bond 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 Bond Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $275,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $115,000 |
| California | 2 | $105,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cato Institue | General operations | $250,000 |
| Reason Foundation | General operations | $100,000 |
| St Andrews School | General operations | $100,000 |
| Free the People Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| St James Academics | General operations | $15,000 |
| The Atlas Society LTD | General operations | $5,000 |
| Washington University in St Louis | General operations | $5,000 |
| Israel Tennis Centers Foundation Inc | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Baron Bond
- Jeff Daley
- Michele Shaffer
- Howard B Miller
Questions people ask
Does The Bond Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bond Foundation Inc give?
$500,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Bond Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Baron Bond (President), Jeff Daley (Treasurer), Michele Shaffer (Vice President/Secretary) and Howard B Miller (Director).
What does The Bond Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.