The Baker Hostetler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Baker Hostetler Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $185,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$185,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $180,000 the year before.
79% 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 | $225,000 | 31 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 20 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $185,000 | 19 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
The Baker Hostetler 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 Baker Hostetler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $35,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Club of America | General support | $25,000 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Georgetown University Rise Program | General support | $25,000 |
| The Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Harvard Law School | General support | $10,000 |
| Widener University Delaware Law School | General support | $10,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Greater Washington | General support | $5,000 |
| Cleveland State University College of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| Columbia Law School | General support | $5,000 |
| Marquette University Law School | General support | $5,000 |
| New York University School of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| Seton Hall University School of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| South Texas College of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Cincinnati College of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Iowa College of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Miami School of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School | General support | $5,000 |
| University of South Carolina School of Law | General support | $5,000 |
| Georgetown University | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Paul M Schmidt
- Hewitt B Shaw
- Brian W Song
- Emily C Crosby
- Brett Wall
- Alex Campbell
Questions people ask
Does The Baker Hostetler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Baker Hostetler Foundation give?
$185,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Baker Hostetler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Paul M Schmidt (Director & President), Hewitt B Shaw (Director & Secretary/Treasurer), Brian W Song (Director) and Emily C Crosby (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Baker Hostetler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.