The Jerry E Baker Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBowling Green, Kentucky · EIN 61-1202660 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$649K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$35.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $642,541.
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.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Kentucky.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wku Foundation Wku Foundation | Bowling Green, KY | Charitable purpose | $642,541 |
| Operation Pride Operation Pride | Bowling Green, KY | Chairtable purpose | $5,000 |
| Aviation Heritage Park Aviation Heritage Park | Bowling Green, KY | Charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $648,541 | 3 |
| 2023 | $574,938 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 12, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503169349102555
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-1202660
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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