Baker and Baker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Baker and Baker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbia, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,750 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $11,900. 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$33,750
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$11,900
- Assets$20,228
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $37,211 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $135,615 | 21 | $45,224 |
| 2024 | $37,211 | 20 | $5,762 |
| 2025 | $33,750 | 15 | $20,228 |
How to apply
Baker and 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 Baker and Baker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 12 | $31,200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,250 |
| New York | 1 | $800 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pawmetto Lifeline | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $11,900 |
| Our Place of Hope | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $4,500 |
| Chabad of South Carolina | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $4,000 |
| Musc Foundation | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $3,500 |
| Jews United for Justice | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,250 |
| SC Appleseed Legal Justice Center | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,100 |
| SC Wildlife Federation | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,100 |
| Alzheimers Association | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Federation Center of the Blind | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Jewish Historical Society | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Sistercare Inc | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Michael J Fox Parkinson's | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $800 |
| Carolina Therapeutic Riding | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $600 |
| Duke Cancer Institute | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $500 |
| Kids on Point Inc | Charitable contribution to assist in organization's charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Baker
- Steven M Anastasion
Questions people ask
Does Baker and Baker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Baker and Baker Foundation Inc give?
$33,750 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Baker and Baker Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists John Baker (President) and Steven M Anastasion (Vice Pres.).
What does Baker and Baker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.