The Baldridge Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Baldridge Foundation is a private foundation in Addison, Texas. In tax year 2023 it gave $527,435 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $100,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$527,435
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$0
How to apply
The Baldridge 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 Baldridge Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 22 | $401,435 |
| New Mexico | 2 | $125,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Inc of Santa Fe | General Operations | $100,000 |
| Tex Protects | Reduction in child abuse and neglect in Texas - Home Visit Program | $50,000 |
| Literacy Achieves | Assist immigrant and refugee families through early childhood education programs | $37,500 |
| Georgia O'Keefe Museum | Art and historical conservation and education | $25,000 |
| Dallas After School | Funding After School programs for the community | $25,000 |
| Uplift Education | Pre-K Teaching Strategies - The Creative Curriculum | $25,000 |
| UT Southwestern Medical Center | Promoting education, clinical care and medical research in connection with the Brain Stimulation Clinical Trials | $25,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | Providing nutritious food for needy children, families and seniors | $25,000 |
| Vogel Alcove | Assistance for homeless children by providing a high quality educational environment specifically designed for homeless children | $25,000 |
| Teach for America DFW | Confront educational inequities in the Dallas Fort Worth community by developing and retaining a diverse network to expand opportunities for kids in/outside classroom | $25,000 |
| WINGS for Women and Children | Support for the Nurse- Family Partnership program. | $25,000 |
| Interfaith Housing Coalition | Education of Homeless Children | $20,800 |
| Dallas College Foundation | Funding for Dallas College | $20,000 |
| The Storehouse of Collin County | General Operations | $20,000 |
| Chrystal Charity Ball | To aid and support children charities for a healthier and more productive future. | $10,000 |
| Dallas CASA | Protective care for abused and neglected children in the courts system | $10,000 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | Ensure safety, restore dignity and inspire hope for the abused & neglected children served by Dallas Child Protective Services. | $10,000 |
| United Way Foundation of Metro Dall | Supporting education, income and heath in the Dallas metropolitan area | $10,000 |
| Mommies in Need | General Operations | $10,000 |
| In My Shoes | General Operations | $10,000 |
| Jacksboro Community Food Pantry | Jacksboro community Food Pantry; providing meals to rural residents | $7,839 |
| Wilkinson Center | Education and support for families in need. | $5,000 |
| Casa Del Lago | General Operations | $4,296 |
| Education First Steps | Providing an early social-emotional and academic foundation for children | $1,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Restore and preserve Central Park, New York City | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jerald T Baldridge
- Emily Z Baldridge
- Jeffrey Turner Baldridge
- Kimberly Baldridge Solomon
Questions people ask
Does The Baldridge Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Baldridge Foundation give?
$527,435 in tax year 2023, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Baldridge Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Jerald T Baldridge (P/T/Director), Emily Z Baldridge (VP/S/Dire), Jeffrey Turner Baldridge (Director) and Kimberly Baldridge Solomon (Director).
What does The Baldridge Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and human services.