The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.1 million in 46 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.0 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$6.1 million
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$131 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.9 million the year before.
24% 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 | $4.9 million | 37 | $125 million |
| 2024 | $6.1 million | 46 | $131 million |
How to apply
The Charles T Bauer Charitable 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 Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 35 | $4.7 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $600,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $350,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $180,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $145,000 |
| New York | 2 | $108,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roland Park Country School Inc | General support | $1.0 million |
| Bucknell University | General support | $600,000 |
| Living Classrooms | General support | $547,750 |
| Boys Latin School of Maryland Inc | General support | $313,750 |
| Irvine Natural Science Center Inc | General support | $250,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Medicine | General support | $200,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Women's Wellness & Healthy Aging Program and general support | $200,000 |
| St Paul's School for Girls | General support | $200,000 |
| Washington & Lee University | General support | $200,000 |
| United Community Centers Inc | General support | $180,000 |
| Keep Punching | General support | $150,000 |
| Kennedy Krieger Foundation Inc | General support | $150,000 |
| Nature Conservancy | General support | $150,000 |
| Art with a Heart Inc | General support | $120,000 |
| Irvine Natural Science Center Inc | General support | $120,000 |
| Girls Charter School | Little May Charter | $110,800 |
| Biotechnical Institutes of Maryland | General support | $100,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Medicine FBO ITSCC | International Immunosuppression & Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative | $100,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Women's Wellness & Healthy Aging Program and general support | $100,000 |
| Mote Marine Laboratory | General support | $100,000 |
| National Aquarium in Baltimore Inc | General support | $100,000 |
| NorthShore Holiday House | General support | $100,000 |
| Players Philanthropy Fund | General support | $100,000 |
| Rubicon Productions | General support | $100,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $90,000 |
| Cool Kids Campaign Foundation Inc | General support | $80,000 |
| National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence | General support | $70,000 |
| Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Cylburn Arboretum Friends Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Gilchrist Hospice Care Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Next One Up Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| Pathfinders Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Pauls Place Inc | General support | $50,000 |
| Second Chance Last Opportunity Inc | General support | $30,000 |
| The Family Tree Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Echo Hill Outdoor School | General support | $22,000 |
| Johns Hopkins Medicine FBO ITSCC | International Immunosuppression & Transplant Skin Cancer Collaborative | $20,000 |
| Pink Aid Inc | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Bauer Hartman
- Theodore Wingate Bauer
Questions people ask
Does The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation give?
$6.1 million in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet Bauer Hartman (Trustee) and Theodore Wingate Bauer (Trustee).
What does The Charles T Bauer Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.