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George K Baum Family Foundation is a private corporation based in KANSAS CITY, MO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Greater Kc Community Foundation. It holds total assets of $28.5M. Annual income is reported at $10.6M. Total assets have grown from $8.8M in 2014 to $28.5M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Missouri. According to available records, George K Baum Family Foundation has made 99 grants totaling $5.6M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has decreased from $1.8M in 2020 to $1.3M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $500K, with an average award of $56K. The foundation has supported 61 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Missouri, Massachusetts, Kansas, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 6 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$1K
Median Grant
$50K
Average Grant
$81K
Largest Grant
$425K
Based on 19 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
George K Baum Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 99 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MO, MA, KS.
George K Baum Family Foundation has distributed a total of $5.6M across 99 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $56K. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $500K.
George K Baum Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
George K Baum Family Foundation is headquartered in KANSAS CITY, MO. While based in MO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 6 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann Kaufmann Baum | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Jonathan E Baum | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Janice C Kreamer | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bruce C Davison | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Lisa Klein | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Baum | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$28.5M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$28.5M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
99
Total Giving
$5.6M
Average Grant
$56K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
61
Most Common Grant
$3K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| El CentroEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $75K | 2023 |
| WecodekcEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $200K | 2023 |
| Greater Kansas City Community FoundationSOCIAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $128K | 2023 |
| Urban League Of Greater Kansas CitySOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $125K | 2023 |
| Early StartEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $100K | 2023 |
| Delasalle Education CenterEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $100K | 2023 |
| Emmanuel Family Child Development CenterEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $100K | 2023 |
| Kansas City GiftSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $75K | 2023 |
| Guadalupe CentersSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $75K | 2023 |
| Front Porch AllianceSOCIAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $51K | 2023 |
| Kansas City ScholarsEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $50K | 2023 |
| Teachers Like MeEDUCATIONAL | Lees Summit, MO | $50K | 2023 |
| MinddriveEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $50K | 2023 |
| Be Great Together IncEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $45K | 2023 |
| Kansas City Friends Of Alvin AileySOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $8K | 2023 |
| Deep Roots KcSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $8K | 2023 |
| Operation BreakthroughSOCIAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Umkc Women'S CouncilEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| The Trevor ProjectSOCIETAL BENEFIT | West Hollywood, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Legal Aid Of Western MissouriSOCIAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Pflag Kansas CitySOCIETAL BENEFIT | Overland Park, KS | $3K | 2023 |
| Friends Of YatesSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Umkc Conservatory AcademyEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| American Public Square At JewellEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| William Jewell CollegeEDUCATIONAL | Liberty, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Notre Dame De SionEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Fishtank TheaterSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| American Red CrossMEDICAL PRACTICE & RESEARCH | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| KcurSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Grandparents Against Gun ViolenceSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Global Warrier PoweredbyloveEDUCATIONAL | Denver, CO | $1K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Greater Kansas CitySOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $133K | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement Of Greater Kansas CityEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $100K | 2022 |
| Kc Public Schools Educational FoundationEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $82K | 2022 |
| Green Light FundSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Boston, MA | $50K | 2022 |
| Lead To ReadEDUCATIONAL | Kansas City, MO | $50K | 2022 |
| The Children'S Spot At Saint Luke'SMEDICAL PRACTICE & RESEARCH | Kansas City, MO | $20K | 2022 |
| Truman Library InstituteSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $3K | 2022 |
| Kcpt Public TelevisionSOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $2K | 2022 |
| PawsperitySOCIETAL BENEFIT | Kansas City, MO | $500 | 2022 |