Bacon Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bacon Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Yakima, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $140,000 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$140,000
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $91,191 the year before.
50% 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 | $53,075 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $91,191 | 18 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $140,000 | 24 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Bacon Legacy 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 Bacon Legacy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 19 | $81,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 4 | $8,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Mercy | To support general programs | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Yakima | To support general programs | $20,000 |
| Yakima Covenant Church | To support general programs | $9,400 |
| The Salvation Army | To support general programs | $6,600 |
| Memorial Foundation | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Rod's House | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Sacred Road Ministries | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Yakima Grace | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Yakima YWCA | To support general programs | $5,000 |
| Be A Resource for CPS Kids | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Catholic Community Services of Western Washington | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Forgotten Angels Inc | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Generating Hope | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Houston Food Bank | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Mount Hope Baptist Church | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Yakima Union Gospel Mission | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Young Life | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Ywam Cambodia Friends | To support general programs | $2,500 |
| Cowiche Canyon Conservancy | To support general programs | $2,000 |
| Heritage University | To support general programs | $1,000 |
| Madison House | To support general programs | $1,000 |
| Paws for Reflection Ranch | To support general programs | $1,000 |
| Yakima Greenway | To support general programs | $1,000 |
| Central Washington Mountain Rescue | To support general programs | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Bruce D Bacon
- Matt Caudill
- Rosanne E Bacon
- Jennifer J Sudbury
- Thomas D Bacon
- William F Bacon
- Laura S Caudill
Questions people ask
Does Bacon Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bacon Legacy Foundation give?
$140,000 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Bacon Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bruce D Bacon (President), Matt Caudill (Vice President), Rosanne E Bacon (Secretary/Treasurer) and Jennifer J Sudbury (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Bacon Legacy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.