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Also known as: JEFF & CHERYL BAKER FAMILY FOUNDATION
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Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation is a private corporation based in GRAND RAPIDS, MI. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2016. The principal officer is Brandon Baker. It holds total assets of $975K. Annual income is reported at $502K. Total assets have grown from $100K in 2015 to $1M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 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 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Michigan. According to available records, Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation has made 59 grants totaling $1.3M, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $193K and $841K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $841K distributed across 32 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $200K, with an average award of $21K. The foundation has supported 29 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Michigan. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$14K
Largest Grant
$75K
Based on 14 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.
Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 59 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MI.
Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation has distributed a total of $1.3M across 59 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $21K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $200K.
Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Jeff & Cheryl Baker Family Foundation is headquartered in GRAND RAPIDS, MI.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheryl Baker | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Brandon Baker | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Blake Baker | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sarah Baker | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Erin Baker | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$222K
Total Assets
$1M
Fair Market Value
$990K
Net Worth
$904K
Grants Paid
$221K
Contributions
$300K
Net Investment Income
$32K
Distribution Amount
$37K
Total: $892K
Total Grants
59
Total Giving
$1.3M
Average Grant
$21K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
29
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Children'S Healing CenterGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $85K | 2023 |
| First Steps KentGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $60K | 2023 |
| Heart Of Michigan United WayGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $38K | 2023 |
| West Michigan Youth For ChristGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $10K | 2023 |
| Oasis Of Hope CenterGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Casa Of Kent CountyGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Alpha Grand RapidsGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Kids Food BasketGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Frontline Essentials StoreGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of West MichiganGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $2K | 2023 |
| Pet Tales RescueGENERAL GRANT | Kentwood, MI | $1K | 2023 |
| Stem GreenhouseGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $500 | 2023 |
| Sleep In Heavenly PeaceGENERAL GRANT | Haslett, MI | $500 | 2023 |
| Women'S Resource CenterGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $200K | 2022 |
| Early Learning Neighborhood CollaborativeGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $75K | 2022 |
| First Tee Of West MichiganGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $10K | 2022 |
| Faith HospiceGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $7K | 2022 |
| Senior Neighbors IncGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $5K | 2022 |
| Coopersville Pto - Walk A Thon FundraiseGENERAL GRANT | Coopersville, MI | $2K | 2022 |
| The Other Way MinistriesGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $2K | 2022 |
| Aya Youth CollectiveGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $500 | 2022 |
| Beer City Dog BiscuitsGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $500 | 2022 |
| The PlaygroundGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $500 | 2022 |
| Specialized Language Development CenterGENERAL GRANT | Kalamazoo, MI | $41K | 2021 |
| South End Community Outreach MinistriesGENERAL GRANT | Grand Rapids, MI | $25K | 2021 |
| Critter BarnGENERAL GRANT | Zeeland, MI | $10K | 2021 |