The Baird Foundation
Accepts applications
The Baird Foundation is a private foundation in Buffalo, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $597,573 in 116 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $40,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$597,573
- Number of grants116
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $550,287 the year before.
35% 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 | $550,287 | 92 | $11.9 million |
| 2024 | $597,573 | 116 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ms Catherine Schweitzer 936 Delaware Avenue Suite 207, Buffalo, NY 14209 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 883-2428 |
| What to submit | Written application stating amount and purpose of request. Include 501(c)(3) exemption, financial statements, and list of board of directors. Application must be signed by person on the governing board receiving no compensation from the organization. |
| Restrictions | Preferences to awards in the western New York area. |
What The Baird Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 84 | $484,473 |
| Michigan | 1 | $40,000 |
| Maine | 18 | $30,850 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $7,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US National Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| The Buffalo Seminary | Unrestricted | $27,500 |
| Buffalo ReUse | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Graycliff Conservancy Inc | Unrestricted | $23,250 |
| Burchfield Penney Art Center | Unrestricted | $21,840 |
| Niagara Aerospace Museum | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society Inc | Unrestricted | $19,250 |
| Investigative Post | Unrestricted | $16,426 |
| Carousel Society of the Niagara Frontier Inc | Unrestricted | $15,135 |
| Artpark & Company | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Buffalo Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Buffalo Waterways Center | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County Inc | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Buffalo City Mission | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| BRR Alliance | Unrestricted | $10,500 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie County | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Canisius College | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| CEPA Gallery | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| City Year Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| The Summit Center | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Via | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Assembly House 150 | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Buffalo Audubon Society Inc | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| One Symphony Circle Inc | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Shea's Performing Arts Center | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Western New York Scout Council | Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Rural Outreach Center | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Wny Vets | Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Community Music School of Buffalo | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Western New York Public Broadcasting Association | Unrestricted | $5,250 |
| Buffalo Hive Arts & Culture | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Jewish Federation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Niagara Heritage Village | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| East Side Parkways Coalition | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Home of My Own of WNY | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Kaleida Health Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| National Federation for Just Communities of WNY | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| North American Bear Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Pink Ribbon Good | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Seabird Restoration Program | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arthur W Cryer
- William B Irwin
- Catherine F Schweitzer
- Cynthia B Stark
Questions people ask
Does The Baird Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Baird Foundation give?
$597,573 in tax year 2024, across 116 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Baird Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Arthur W Cryer (Trustee), William B Irwin (Trustee), Catherine F Schweitzer (Executive Director) and Cynthia B Stark (Trustee).
What does The Baird Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.