Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$123,636
- New grantees88%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14.4 million the year before.
88% 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 | $4.9 million | 3 | $16.0 million |
| 2024 | $14.4 million | 9 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 17 | $123,636 |
How to apply
Patty and Jay 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 Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $2.0 million |
| Virginia | 6 | $6,000 |
| New York | 3 | $5,000 |
| California | 2 | $3,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Naples Community Hospital Inc | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| The Naples Players Inc | General operating support | $1.0 million |
| Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Paws of War Inc | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue Inc | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Project K9 Hero | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Second Chances for Blind Dogs Foundation Inc | General operating support | $2,000 |
| 4 Paws on Deck Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Casey to the Rescue Dog Transport Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Dharma Rescue for Cats and Dogs | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Hooves & Paws Animal Rescue Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Mutts With A Mission | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Paws of Honor Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Ring Dog Rescue Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Save-A-Pet Animal Rescue Inc | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Smiling Dog Farms | General operating support | $1,000 |
| Wounded Paw Project | General operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay H Baker
- Patty G Baker
- Peter M Sommerhauser
- James N Phillips
- Jeffrey S Billings
Questions people ask
Does Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay H Baker (President/Treasurer/Director), Patty G Baker (Vice Pres/Secretary/Director), Peter M Sommerhauser (Assistant Secretary/Director) and James N Phillips (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Patty and Jay Baker Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.