The Baker Foundation
Historical FunderTacoma, Washington · EIN 94-3027892 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $8,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SYDNEY PARKER |
|---|---|
| Address | 1201 PACIFIC AVENUE SUITE 1475, TACOMA WA 98402 |
| Phone | 2533837055 |
| Form and materials | ON AN APPLICATION FORM PROVIDED BY THE FOUNDATION. INCLUDE A) COPY OF 501(C)(3) LETTER, B) CURRENT FINANCIAL STATEMENT OR BUDGET, C) LIST OF BOARD MEMBERS, AND D) RESUME OF DIRECTOR. |
| Deadlines | NO |
| Restrictions | 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS DEDICATED PRIMARILY TO THE YOUTH OF PIERCE COUNTY, WASHINGTON, SPECIFICALLY ADDRESSING THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, FINE ARTS AND HEALTH CARE. |
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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lindquist Dental | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $35,000 |
| Tacoma Little Theater | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $25,000 |
| Lincoln High School | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $16,000 |
| Foss Waterway | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $10,000 |
| Northwest Furniture Bank | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $10,000 |
| Pacific Science Center | Seattle, WA | Educational | $10,000 |
| Gig Harbor High School | Gig Harbor, WA | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Mount Tahoma High School | Tacoma, WA | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Peninsula High School | Wauna, WA | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Stadium High School | Tacoma, WA | Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of South Puget Sound | Tacoma, WA | Dbm memorial golf tournament/project learn | $7,500 |
| First Tee | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $7,500 |
| Greentrike | Tacoma, WA | Play to learn | $7,500 |
| Job Carr Museum | Tacoma, WA | School outreach | $7,500 |
| Museum of Glass | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $7,500 |
| Tacoma Symphony Orchestra | Tacoma, WA | Simply symphonic | $7,500 |
| Living Voices | Seattle, WA | Outreach | $5,250 |
| Arivva | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $5,000 |
| Diabetes Association of Pierce County | Tacoma, WA | Education | $5,000 |
| Grand Cinema | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $5,000 |
| Hilltop Artists in Residence | Tacoma, WA | Alternative glass arts | $5,000 |
| Mary Bridge Childrens Hospital | Tacoma, WA | Tree sponsorship bridges | $5,000 |
| Reach Ministries | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Rebuilding Hope Sexual Assault Center | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Tacoma Art Museum | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $5,000 |
| University of Puget Sound | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $5,000 |
| Washington State Historical Society | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Pierce & Kitsap Counties | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $5,000 |
| Innovative Change Makers | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $2,500 |
| Sunshine Physically | Gold Bar, WA | Educational | $2,500 |
| Tacoma Youth Symphony | Tacoma, WA | Educational | $2,500 |
| Toy Rescue Mission | Tacoma, WA | Outreach | $2,500 |
| Artsfund | Seattle, WA | Pierce county contribution | $500 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($8,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $261,750 | 34 |
| 2023 | $265,000 | 34 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523169349103032
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 94-3027892
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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