Richard a Baker Foundation
Historical FunderSaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 27-1549132 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | CHARLES A AMEN |
|---|---|
| Address | 10733 SUNSET OFFICE DR STE 425, SAINT LOUIS MO 63127 |
| Phone | 3149668077 |
| Form and materials | N/A |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
11% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stray Rescue | St Louis, MO | To provide shelterand care for abused animals. | $12,000 |
| A Aging Advantage | St Louis, MO | To help improve thequality of life forseniors. | $10,000 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | St Louis, MO | To support continuedoperating expenses andcharitable activities. | $10,000 |
| Central Institute for the Deaf | St Louis, MO | To support continuedoperating expenses andcharitable activities. | $8,600 |
| Lutheran High School South | St Louis, MO | To support educationalscholarship endowmentfunding. | $8,600 |
| Lov Love Our Veterans | Maiden, NC | To support continuedoperating expenses andcharitable activities. | $5,000 |
| Rotary Club of Kirkwood | St Louis, MO | To support continuedoperating expenses andcharitable activities. | $4,500 |
| World Bird Sanctuary | Valley Park, MO | To support continuedoperating expenses andwild bird rehabilitation. | $359 |
| American Legion | Kirkwood, MO | To support continuedoperating expenses. | $350 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $59,409 | 9 |
| 2024 | $72,016 | 12 |
| 2023 | $50,987 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611879349100666
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1549132
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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