Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Milford, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,980 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$159,980
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $150,279 the year before.
41% of its 2025 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 | $90,000 | 23 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $150,279 | 29 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $159,980 | 29 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund 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 Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 14 | $83,376 |
| Utah | 3 | $24,369 |
| Indiana | 2 | $11,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $10,735 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $7,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Baidas
- Loren Baidas
- Lanise Stufft
- Austin Baidas
Questions people ask
Does Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund give?
$159,980 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Baidas (Director), Loren Baidas (Director), Lanise Stufft (Director) and Austin Baidas (Director).
What does Richard Baidas Memorial Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.