Foundations that fund organizations in Baltimore, New York
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Baltimore nonprofits
3 private foundations gave $1,910 to Baltimore organizations in their latest filings; 1 of the 3 that say either way accept applications.
3 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Baltimore around $360. 2 of these funders are based in New York; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 3
- Accept applications
- 1
- of 3 that state a policy
- Dollars to Baltimore
- $1,910
- latest filings
- Grants
- 3
- Typical median grant
- $360
- Based in NY
- 67%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Baltimore organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shorelawn Fund | Brooklyn, NY | 1 | $1,300 | $1,300 | Yes | Humanity Service |
| Magen Ezra Foundation C/O Jack Cattan | New York, NY | 1 | $360 | $360 | Preselected only | To further its 501(c) (3) status |
| Baxter International Foundation | Deerfield, IL | 1 | $250 | $250 | Preselected only | Dollars for doers |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Baltimore, New York?
Shorelawn Fund, Magen Ezra Foundation C/O Jack Cattan, Baxter International Foundation reported grants to Baltimore organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Baltimore. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.