Robert V Baker Foundation
Accepts applications
Robert V Baker Foundation is a private foundation in Tekoa, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $762,500 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $380,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$762,500
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$380,000
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $720,000 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 | $636,135 | 20 | $15.1 million |
| 2024 | $720,000 | 21 | $15.6 million |
| 2025 | $762,500 | 21 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Gloria L Rasmussen PO Box 779, Tekoa, WA 99033 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (509) 284-2332 |
| What to submit | APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF A LETTER REQUESTING CONSIDERATION FOR AN AWARD. THIS LETTER SHOULD INCLUDE:1) COPY OF MOST RECENT DETERMINATION LETTER FROM IRS CONFIRMING TAX EXEMPT STATUS AS A 501(c)(3)2) IRS FORM W-93) DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S ACTIVITES, INCLUDING A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BENEFITS PROVIDED TO CHILDREN.4) DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE AWARD WILL BE USED, TO INCLUDE: A) THE % ALLOCATED TO EMPLOYEE WAGES, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS; B) THE % ALLOCATED TO OTHER OPERATING AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES; C) THE % TO BE APPLIED DIRECTLY TO THE ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED IN SUBPARAGRAPH 3, ABOVE (BENEFITS PROVIDED TO CHILDREN) |
| Deadlines | December 31 of the year preceding the year of payment |
| Restrictions | Recipients: must be irc sec. 501(c)(3) organizations.geographical: USA; inland pacific northwest (spokane, wa area). |
What Robert V Baker Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 21 | $762,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charity | $380,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $40,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Charity | $30,000 |
| CCS Foundation | Charity | $30,000 |
| Hutton Settlement Inc | Charity | $30,000 |
| Morning Star Foundation | charity | $25,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $25,000 |
| Eastern Washington Foundation | Charity | $25,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $20,000 |
| Wsu College of Veterinary Medicine | Charity | $20,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of Spokane County | Charity | $20,000 |
| YMCA | Charity | $20,000 |
| Foster Care CCS | Charity | $20,000 |
| Holy Names Music Center | Charity | $15,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $15,000 |
| Transitional Programs for Women | Charity | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Charity | $10,000 |
| Isaac Foundation | Charity | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $7,500 |
| Liberty Community Education Foundat | Charity | $5,000 |
| Inland Empire Electrical Training T | Charity | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca R Willis-Smith
- Sandra C Watt
- Gloria L Rassussen
- Ted Rasmussen
Questions people ask
Does Robert V Baker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: December 31 of the year preceding the year of payment.
How much does Robert V Baker Foundation give?
$762,500 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Robert V Baker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca R Willis-Smith (President), Sandra C Watt (Vice President), Gloria L Rassussen (Secretary) and Ted Rasmussen (Treasurer).
What does Robert V Baker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.