The Chester and Ruth Baylor Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMilan, Indiana · EIN 65-0540821 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$183K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$2.5M
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 2024 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
33% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milan Public Schools | Milan, IN | General Operating Support | $100,000 |
| Milan Fire Department | Milan, IN | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Milan UMC | Milan, IN | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Hanover College | Hanover, IN | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Samaritans Hope Chest | Milan, IN | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| St Paul Cemetery | Milan, IN | Cemetery Assistance | $5,000 |
| Hope's Closet | W Chester, OH | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Waa | Columbia Falls, ME | General Operating Support | $2,000 |
| Dollars for Scholars | West Chester, OH | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $183,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $85,640 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349106863
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 65-0540821
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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