The J Baker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The J Baker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.9 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $2.8 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$6.9 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$2.8 million
- Assets$199 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.9 million the year before.
25% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5.3 million | 9 | $150 million |
| 2023 | $5.9 million | 12 | $178 million |
| 2024 | $6.9 million | 12 | $199 million |
How to apply
The J Baker Foundation Inc 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 J Baker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $3.4 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2.8 million |
| Connecticut | 2 | $450,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $200,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| President & Fellows of Harvard College | To Promote the work of President & Fellows of Harvard College. | $2.8 million |
| Rethink Food USA Inc | To Promote the work of Rethink Food USA Inc. | $2.8 million |
| Every Cure Inc | To Promote the work of Every Cure Inc. | $500,000 |
| Carbon Containment Lab | To Promote the work of Carbon Containment Lab. | $400,000 |
| Cepia Inc | To Promote the work of Cepia Inc. | $200,000 |
| Center for Hearing and Communication | To Promote the work of Center for Hearing and Communication. | $75,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal School | To Promote the work of Trinity Episcopal School. | $75,000 |
| Yale University | To Promote the work of Yale University. | $50,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | To Promote the work of Phillips Exeter Academy. | $25,000 |
| The Children's law Center | To Promote the work of The Children's law Center. | $10,000 |
| Peconic Land Trust Inc | To Promote the work of Peconic Land Trust, Inc. | $10,000 |
| Yellowstone Club Community Foundation | To Promote the work of Yellowstone Club Community Foundation. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julian Baker
- Felix Baker
Questions people ask
Does The J Baker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The J Baker Foundation Inc give?
$6.9 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The J Baker Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Julian Baker (President,treasurer,secretary) and Felix Baker (Director).
What does The J Baker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.