Private foundation · EIN 75-2965720 · Addison, Texas · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Baron and Blue Foundation

Should you approach them?

Yes, approach them if you're in Texas. The foundation accepts applications (April 1 october 1) and its median grant is $20K.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 27 grants paid, $2.8M total, median $20K. 96% of grants stayed in Texas. Stated restrictions: The board of directors of the corporation will authorize contributions to irc section 501(c)(3) organizations to support charitable, educational, religious, scientific, literary or cultural purposes.

Accepts applications
Yes
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
27
$2.8M
Median grant
$20K
Stays in TX
96%
of grants
Deadline
See below
April 1 october 1
Assets
$1.1M

How to apply

Completed baron and blue foundation application with the following: A. One page cover letter giving a brief history of the organization b. Description of how the funds will be used. Include a list of anticipated results and a timetable of implementation. Also include how the project will be supported after the grant period (include projected income sources). This should be 3 to 4 pages double-spaced. C. Documentation of organization's 501c (3) tax exempt status d. List of board officers/trustees (include their professions) e. Program/project budget (income and expenses) f. Current operating b… Contact: Executive Director, Po Box 25464, Dallas, Tx, 2146925789 Deadlines: April 1 october 1 Restrictions: The board of directors of the corporation will authorize contributions to irc section 501(c)(3) organizations to support charitable, educational, religious, scientific, literary or cultural purposes.

Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.

Grants paid in 2025

27 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Dafgiving 360Omaha, NEDonor advised fund$2.1M
Ourcalling IncDallas, TXSupport general operations$70K
Family GatewayDallas, TXEmergency shelter & hotel overflow program$50K
Dallas Eviction Advocacy CenterDallas, TXSupport general operations$50K
The Stewpot of FIRST Presbyterian ChurchDallas, TX300 stewpot general fund$50K
Austin Street CenterDallas, TXGenops$50K
Kid Net Foudnation Dba Johnathan's PlaceGarland, TXSupport general operations$40K
Metrocrest ServicesCarrollton, TXHomeless resources program$40K
Interfaith Family ServicesDallas, TXEmpowerment program$35K
Asd - a Home for LifeDallas, TXGeneral operations service-enriched housing program$35K
Rainbow DaysDallas, TXFamily connection program$30K
Shared Housing Center IncDallas, TXUnrestricted operating support$25K
The Bridge Homeless Recovery CenterDallas, TXCare management$25K
Mosaic Family ServicesDallas, TXProvide comprehensive social services and educational programs$20K
Vogel AlcoveDallas, TXSupport general operations$20K
Under 1 RoofDallas, TXHousing programs$20K
New Friends New LifeDallas, TXWomen's program$15K
The Family PlaceDallas, TXSupportive living program$15K
Trac (transition Resource Action Center)Dallas, TXSupport general operations$15K
Legacy Counseling CenterDallas, TXSupport general operations$10K
Community Partners of DallasDallas, TXKids in crisis program$10K
Hope Supply CoDallas, TXCritical needs program$10K
Genesis Women's Shelter & SupportDallas, TXTransitional housing program, annie's house$10K
Simply GraceRichardson, TXSupport general operations$10K
Restored Hope MinistriesDallas, TXSupport general operations$10K
Dallas Street ChoirDallas, TXShelter me: an original rock oratorio$5,000
Lifeline for Families IncGrand Prairie, TXFall grant cycle award$5,000

By state: Nebraska 1 · Texas 26

About this foundation

Baron and Blue Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Addison, Texas, administered in care of Lara Ashmore, tax-exempt since 2003. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Baron and Blue Foundation accept grant applications?

Yes. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Completed baron and blue foundation application with the following: A. One page cover letter giving a brief history of the organization b. Description of how the funds will be used. Deadlines: April 1 october 1.

How much does Baron and Blue Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $2.8M across 27 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Baron and Blue Foundation give?

Nebraska (1 grants), Texas (26 grants), per its latest filing.

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