The Bunting Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bunting Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hunt Valley, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.6 million in 104 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$6.6 million
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$140 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.0 million the year before.
3% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9.0 million | 166 | $141 million |
| 2024 | $6.6 million | 104 | $140 million |
How to apply
The Bunting Family 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.
What The Bunting Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 74 | $5.1 million |
| Montana | 9 | $505,000 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $318,500 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $199,322 |
| California | 2 | $140,000 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $65,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $60,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $60,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $1.1 million |
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $506,423 |
| B&o Railroad Museum | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $250,000 |
| Catholic Charities - Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $230,000 |
| Chesapeake Conservancy | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $220,829 |
| Bon Secours of Maryland Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $200,000 |
| West Baltimore Renaissance | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $200,000 |
| Save the Sound | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $175,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $165,000 |
| Wypr | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $150,000 |
| National Aquarium in Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $137,596 |
| Earthjustice | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $130,000 |
| Health Care for the Homeless | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $125,000 |
| Baltimore Banner | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Living Classrooms Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Maryland Science Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $100,000 |
| Blackfoot Challenge | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $80,000 |
| Person to Person | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $80,000 |
| University of Maryland Baltimore Foundation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $80,000 |
| Montana Project | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $75,000 |
| Innovation Works | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $65,000 |
| Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $65,000 |
| Conservation Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Goucher Prison Education Partnership | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Ktunaxa Cultural Exchange | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Land Institute | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Loyola School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Yaak Valley Forest Council | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $60,000 |
| Irvine Nature Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $57,500 |
| Center for Large Landscape Conservation | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $55,000 |
| Maryland Zoo in Baltimore | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $55,000 |
| Wilderness Society | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $55,000 |
| American Rivers | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Americares | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| First Fruits Farm | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Johns Hopkins - Berman Institute of Bioethics | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
| Open Works | To further the exempt purpose of the organization | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George L Bunting Jr
- Mary Catherine Bunting
- Jeffrey G Bunting
- Marc G Bunting
- Christopher L Bunting
- Mary Ellen Kranzlin
Questions people ask
Does The Bunting Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bunting Family Foundation give?
$6.6 million in tax year 2024, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Bunting Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George L Bunting Jr (Director), Mary Catherine Bunting (Director), Jeffrey G Bunting (Director) and Marc G Bunting (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Bunting Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.