How to apply
The foundation does not require a specific form or application. Contact: Foundation Grant Committee Co Joshu, 5262 Roland Drive, Indianapolis, in, 3176086699 Deadlines: Requests will be evaluated as received; there is no submission deadline. Restrictions: The foundation, as stated in its bylaws, will make contributions to qualified exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code for, but not limited to, the following purposes: Literacy, jewish education, nationwide recycling programs, alternative energy, classical musical education, public radio and television, museums, wildlife conservation, theatre, music education, aids/hiv research, hemophilia research, and food for the hungry.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
41 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV. Part XV itemizes $341K; Part I reports $281K in contributions paid
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Edison Institute Dba the Henry FordDearborn, MI | To provide unique education experiences to inspire others | $30K |
| Flying KitesBoston, MA | Flying kites teacher training institute: training for kenya's tomorrow, today. | $24K |
| Jewish Family Service of the Cincinnati AreaCincinnati, OH | To provide counseling, support economic well-being and provide aging services | $22K |
| Makers HubSan Pedro, CA | General support toward mission | $15K |
| Revolution WorkshopChicago, IL | To provide carpentry and wookworking workforce development for unemployed or underemployed people | $15K |
| Hoops4kids IncClifton Park, NY | General support toward mission | $12K |
| Northbay Education IncNorth East, MD | To provide environmental and character development opportunities that are linked to md state education science standards | $11K |
| Intrepid Museum Foundation Inc Dba Intrepid Sea-Air-Space MuseumNew York, NY | General support towards mission. | $10K |
| Arts at Large IncMilwaukee, WI | To consistently advocate for the connection of arts to academics by building sustainable partnerships between the arts community, k-12 educ… | $10K |
| Cayuga Museum of History & Art IncAuburn, NY | To engage the community to appreciate local history, promote the arts, and educate individuals about the invention of sound on film | $10K |
| Friends of the Forest PreservesChicago, IL | To support the conservation of the forest preserves in cook county | $10K |
| Herron High School IncIndianapolis, IN | To partner with the community and provide a classical liberal arts education that integrates knowledge, inspire character and value communi… | $10K |
| Indianapolis OperaIndianapolis, IN | To educate, inspire and entertain through the creation and presentation of musical storytelling for the hoosier community | $10K |
| Mazon a Jewish Response to HungerSherman Oaks, CA | To end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the united states and israel. | $10K |
| Planned Parenthood Greater Memphis Region IncMemphis, TN | To provide education and family planning medical services | $10K |
| Protect the Adirondacks IncNorth Creek, NY | To help with the protection, stewardship and sustainability of the natural and human communities of the adirondack park and new york state… | $10K |
| The ArkChicago, IL | To provide medical, dental, counseling, food, legal, emergency shelter and social support services to low-income individuals and families i… | $10K |
| The Lunchbox FundNew York, NY | To fund nutrition programs to vulnerable, food-insecure, and at-risk school children in south africa | $10K |
| Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife RefugeMedford, NJ | To serve as a community resource on the importance of protecting and enhancing healthy ecosystems for all | $10K |
| Reboot IncLongmeadow, MA | To facilitate in addressing individual's questions and concerns regarding jewish identity, community and meaning | $9,440 |
| Immigrant Home English Learning ProgramSt Louis, MO | To teach english and living skills to immigrants and refugees. | $8,000 |
| Jewish Relief AgencyMorristown, NJ | General support towards mission | $7,500 |
| Bader Hillel High IncMilwaukee, WI | General support towards mission | $6,400 |
| Indiana Youth Group IncIndianapolis, IN | To foster community and provide programming that empowers lgbtq+ youth and magnifies their voices | $6,000 |
| Contemporary Art Museum St LouisSt Louis, MO | To create a meaningful engagement with the most relevant and innovative art being made today. | $5,600 |
| Friendship Circle of Miami Beach and North DadeMiami Beach, FL | To provide assistance and support toe the families of children with special needs. | $5,200 |
| DemocrasheLos Angeles, CA | General support toward mission | $5,000 |
| Nechama - Jewish Response to DisasterSt Paul, MN | To bring comfort to people impacted by natural disasters by equipping and leading volunteers in assisting communities with disaster prepare… | $5,000 |
| Teravana TrustCazadero, CA | General support toward mission | $5,000 |
| Native American Advancement FoundationTucson, AZ | To deliver academic and health and wellness programs throughout the tohono o'odham nation | $4,000 |
| Kurt Vonnegut Memorial Library IncIndianapolis, IN | Championing the literary, artistic, and cultural contributions of the late write, artist, and indianapolis native, kurt vonnegut | $3,600 |
| LA Plaza de Encuentro Gathering PlaceAlbuquerque, NM | To provide education programs, services, resources, information, and leadership development to low income latinos in new mexico | $3,500 |
| Felidae Conservation FundMill Valley, CA | To conduct research to protect all felidae species and their habitats globally | $3,000 |
| Jbi International IncNew York, NY | To provide free braille, audio & large print materials for visually impaired individuals | $2,750 |
| South Bronx United IncBronx, NY | To promote educational achievement, health and wellness, and character development through activities on and off the soccer field and to un… | $2,750 |
| Cedars Nursing Care CenterPortland, ME | To provide long term care for the sick and elderly | $2,300 |
| Camp Extreme Dba Project ExtremeLawrence, NY | To prove innovative programming and solution for teens in -need, their families and communities | $1,800 |
| Oakland Hebrew Day SchoolOakland, CA | To educate pre-k through 8th grade students | $1,800 |
| The Children's Museum of IndianapolisIndianapolis, IN | To support the creation of extraordinary learning experiences across the arts, sciences and humanities that have the power to transform the… | $1,800 |
| Children FIRST Development Center IncSturgeon Bay, WI | To help provide child-centered care in a safe environment to foster creativity, independence, and empathy through developmentally appropria… | $665 |
| Health Care Education and Training IncIndianapolis, IN | To provide quality comprehensive program development, education, and training to improve reproductive and sexual health outcomes | $500 |
By state: New York 8 · California 6 · Illinois 3 · Massachusetts 2 · Indiana 6 · Michigan 1
About this foundation
Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana, tax-exempt since 2011. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. The foundation does not require a specific form or application. Deadlines: Requests will be evaluated as received; there is no submission deadline..
How much does Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $341K across 41 grants, a median of $8,000.
Where does Robert & Toni Bader Charitable Foundation Inc give?
New York (8 grants), California (6 grants), Illinois (3 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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