J K Barker Foundation
Invitation OnlyRancho Santa Fe, California · EIN 27-4393057 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$150K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $19,250 |
| Assistance League of Omaha | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Discalced Carmelite Nuns | Sioux City, IA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Disconnect Collective Inc | South Beach, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Elder Help of San Diego | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Golden Retrivever Rescue in Nebraska | Boys Town, NE | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kitchens for Good | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Kpbs Public Media | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Omaha World-Herald Goodfellows | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Radio Talking Book Service | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Serving Seniors | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Science Delivered | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Als San Diego | Del Mar, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Omaha Community Playhouse | Omaha, NE | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Donorschooseorg | New York, NY | Charitable | $4,276 |
| San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance | San Diego, CA | Charitable | $916 |
| Lions Tigers & Bears | Alpine, CA | Charitable | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $149,942 | 18 |
| 2024 | $176,753 | 24 |
| 2023 | $153,217 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631269349100733
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-4393057
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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