Vaughn T Baird Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vaughn T Baird Foundation is a private foundation in Temple, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$36,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$776,495
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $33,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,000 | 14 | $585,017 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 15 | $699,104 |
| 2025 | $36,000 | 14 | $776,495 |
How to apply
Vaughn T Baird 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 Vaughn T Baird Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $27,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $3,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East-West Ministries International | Ministry - various countries | $10,000 |
| Redeemer Presbyterian Church | Ministry - general fund of church | $4,000 |
| Discipleship Unlimited | Ministry - discipleship | $3,500 |
| Crosspoint Presbyterian Church | Ministry - pastor training & general fund | $3,000 |
| Kenai Classical School | Education - building renovation | $2,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Humanitarian aid & christian evangelism | $2,000 |
| Computers for the Blind | Education - providing computer equipment, software & training to the blind or visually impaired | $1,500 |
| First Street Church of Christ | Ministry - bibles in cuba | $1,500 |
| Hope Pregnancy Center | Education - information on abortion, adoption and parenting for women | $1,500 |
| Jail Ministry | Ministry - bringing restoration to those affected by crime and incarceration | $1,500 |
| Temple College Foundation Scholarship Fund | Education - pay it forward scholarship fund | $1,500 |
| Temple Education Foundation | Education - class of 1971 scholarship fund | $1,500 |
| The Navigators | Ministry - discipleship | $1,500 |
| Ransomed Life | Child exploitation education & services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Baird
- Curtis D Logan
Questions people ask
Does Vaughn T Baird Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vaughn T Baird Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Vaughn T Baird Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Baird (President) and Curtis D Logan (V. President).
What does Vaughn T Baird Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.