Robert V Baker Foundation
Historical FunderTekoa, Washington · EIN 91-1437191 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GLORIA L RASMUSSEN |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 779, TEKOA WA 99033 |
| Phone | 5092842332 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN THE FORM OF A LETTER REQUESTING CONSIDERATION FOR AN AWARD. THIS LETTER SHOULD INCLUDE:1) COPY OF MOST RECENT DETERMINATION LETTER FROM IRS CONFIRMING TAX EXEMPT STATUS AS A 501(c)(3)2) IRS FORM W-93) DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S ACTIVITES, INCLUDING A DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF BENEFITS PROVIDED TO CHILDREN.4) DESCRIPTION OF HOW THE AWARD WILL BE USED, TO INCLUDE: A) THE % ALLOCATED TO EMPLOYEE WAGES, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS; B) THE % ALLOCATED TO OTHER OPERATING AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES; C) THE % TO BE APPLIED DIRECTLY TO THE ACTIVITIES DESCRIBED IN SUBPARAGRAPH 3, ABOVE (BENEFITS PROVIDED TO CHILDREN) |
| Deadlines | DECEMBER 31 OF THE YEAR PRECEDING THE YEAR OF PAYMENT |
| Restrictions | RECIPIENTS: MUST BE IRC SEC. 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS.GEOGRAPHICAL: USA; INLAND PACIFIC NORTHWEST (SPOKANE, WA AREA). |
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
0% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | Spokane, WA | Charity | $40,000 |
| Ccs Foundation | Spokane, WA | Charity | $30,000 |
| Hutton Settlement Inc | Spokane, WA | Charity | $30,000 |
| Morning Star Foundation | Spokane, WA | charity | $25,000 |
| Eastern Washington Foundation | Cheney, WA | Charity | $25,000 |
| Wsu College of Veterinary Medicine | Pullman, WA | Charity | $20,000 |
| Boys Girls Clubs of Spokane County | Spokane, WA | Charity | $20,000 |
| YMCA | Spokane, WA | Charity | $20,000 |
| Holy Names Music Center | Spokane, WA | Charity | $15,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Spokane, WA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Isaac Foundation | Spokane, WA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Liberty Community Education Foundat | Spangle, WA | Charity | $5,000 |
The return also lists 9 grants to individuals ($512,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $762,500 | 21 |
| 2024 | $720,000 | 21 |
| 2023 | $636,135 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631319349102813
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-1437191
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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