JMR Barker Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JMR Barker Foundation is a private foundation in Waltham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $197,500 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$197,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$84.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.2 million the year before.
44% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.2 million | 16 | $79.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 16 | $84.5 million |
How to apply
JMR Barker 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 JMR Barker Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $1.3 million |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $800,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $290,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $70,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Medical University of South Carolina Foundation | Special project | $1.0 million |
| Yale University | Special project | $800,000 |
| Newton-Wellesley Hospital Charitable Foundation | General support and special project | $310,000 |
| Spoonfuls Inc | General support and special project | $290,000 |
| Austin Achieve Public Schools | General support and special project | $270,000 |
| Heal Ukraine Group Co Massachusetts General Hospital | Special project | $250,392 |
| Bridge Fund of New York Inc | Endowment | $250,000 |
| Gloucester Education Foundation | General support and special project | $205,000 |
| Tremont School | General support and special project | $190,000 |
| Tidelines Institute | Special project | $70,000 |
| Kimball Union Academy | General support and special project | $60,000 |
| McLean Hospital | General support | $40,000 |
| Lone Star Circle of Care | General support | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | General support | $10,000 |
| Open Doorcape Ann Food Pantry Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Rockport Music Inc | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn E Barker
- William S Barker
- Margaret S B Moore
- J Barry Tubman
- James R Barker
- Anne Christine Barker
- Robert P Connor
- Margaret G Blakelock
- Adam P Kahn
- Margaret B Clark
- Kristina P Koutrakos
Questions people ask
Does JMR Barker Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JMR Barker Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $197,500.
Who runs JMR Barker Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kathryn E Barker (President & Director), William S Barker (Vice President & Director), Margaret S B Moore (Treasurer & Director) and J Barry Tubman (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does JMR Barker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.