Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation
The Ralph J. Baudhuin Foundation is a private foundation based in Roscoe, Illinois. Guided by faith and family values, it says its mission is to empower individuals through educational opportunities and giving back to the community.
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation at a glance
In short: Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation gave $392K across 107 grants in 2025 (avg $4K), mostly in Illinois. 10% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $392,000
- +4.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 107
- +1.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $3,664
- +2.3% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $5,245,884
- -2.5% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 10% first-time grantees (10 of 101, 2025)
- Primary geography
- Illinois (69% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Its filing says applicants should contact Thomas Baudhuin with a letter outlining their needs. It lists no deadlines and no restrictions on awards. Scholarship applicants have a separate process: applications are accepted May 1 through September 1 for the upcoming fall and spring semesters. Scholarship payments are made directly to the college as one payment covering both semesters.
- Contact
Application contact: Thomas Baudhuin
Mailing address: 9816 Rivers Bend Dr, Roscoe, IL 61073
Phone: (815) 621-8272
Website: https://ralphjbaudhuinfoundation.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Holy Family Church ($22K). Together the top 10 received $120K.
Organizations only. It also paid 5 individual scholarships ($8,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
558 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 558 grants of 558 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 69% of grant dollars went to recipients in Illinois, 10% to Wisconsin, 4% to Kentucky, 3% to Iowa, and 2% to Georgia. The listed grants include recipients in Rockford and other Illinois communities, as well as organizations in Iowa, Wisconsin, New York, Louisiana, and Haiti.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 107 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation open to new grantees?
10%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 10 of 101 grantees (10%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $4K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 85% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (+7%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 96% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $333K (2023) to $392K (2025). In 2025 it made 107 grants totaling $392K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Church Rockford, IL | Religious | $22,000 |
| Diocese of Rockford Rockford, IL | Religious | $17,000 |
| Rock Valley College Rockford, IL | Scholarship | $17,000 |
| Rockford Rescue Mission Rockford, IL | Humanitarian | $12,000 |
| Iowa State University Ames, IA | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Northern Illinois Food Bank Rockford, IL | Humanitarian | $10,000 |
| Church of the Holy Spirit Roscoe, IL | Religious | $8,500 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church Durand, IL | Religious | $8,500 |
| St Vincent Depaul - Holy Family Rockford, IL | Religious | $8,000 |
| Salvation Army Rockford, IL | Humanitarian | $7,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,245,884 | $261,153 | $396,301 | $392,000 | 107 | $392,000 | $291,559 | $409,406 |
| 2024 | $5,381,032 | $132,603 | $389,711 | $376,000 | 105 | $376,000 | $131,969 | $366,287 |
| 2023 | $5,638,140 | $356,061 | $337,934 | $333,000 | 115 | $333,000 | $353,061 | $319,670 |
| 2022 | $5,620,013 | $126,213 | $369,183 | $366,000 | 104 | $366,000 | $126,213 | $340,515 |
| 2021 | $5,862,983 | $185,484 | $408,212 | $363,300 | 127 | $363,300 | $185,484 | $343,006 |
| 2020 | $6,085,711 | $2,995,829 | $362,163 | $349,500 | 125 | — | $2,991,018 | $315,478 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation reported a distributable amount of $409K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to create lasting impacts through service and help build a brighter future for generations to come. Its 2025 grants included scholarships to educational institutions, grants for religious purposes, and humanitarian support.
Among the organizations it supported in 2025, Northern Illinois Food Bank says it provides meals through a network of food pantries and programs, while Carpenter’s Place says it helps people experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives. Hope for Haitians says it provides food, clean water, shelter, education, and other services to people in Haiti.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation awarded 107 grants totaling $392,000. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $22,000, with a median of $2,000. Recent large grants included $22,000 to Holy Family Church, $17,000 each to the Diocese of Rockford and Rock Valley College, and $12,000 to Rockford Rescue Mission. Other recipients included Iowa State University and Northern Illinois Food Bank, each receiving $10,000.
The foundation’s website invites requests for community donations, sponsorships, or other support. First-time community support requests are reviewed at the annual board meeting in early December.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Paul Baudhuin, Annette Baudhuin, Thomas Baudhuin, Mike Baudhuin, Pat Naruz, Cynthia Baudhuin, Nick Naruz, and Matthew Baudhuin as trustees.
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's 2025 filing lists 8 officers; none of the 8 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Annette Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Pat Naruz
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Thomas Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Cynthia Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Baudhuin
Trustee
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nick Naruz
Trustee
On filings since 2024
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Tom Baudhuin (2020–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation
How much does Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation give each year?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation gave $392K across 107 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $376K across 105 grants.
What is Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's typical grant size?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $3,664, across 107 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation that year got $2K on average.
Where does Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation give grants?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation gives mostly in Illinois: 69% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest state was Wisconsin (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rockford, IL (51 grants), Chicago, IL (3 grants), Durand, IL (2 grants) and Loves Park, IL (2 grants).
Does Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 107 grants with a stated purpose on Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarship" (39 grants), "Humanitarian" (38 grants) and "Religious" (26 grants).
Who are Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's largest grantees?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Holy Family Church ($22,000), Diocese of Rockford ($17,000) and Rock Valley College ($17,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 5 individual scholarships ($8,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 14% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation reported $5.2M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $392K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $409K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to create lasting impacts through service and help build a brighter future for generations to come. Its 2025 grants included scholarships to educational institutions, grants for religious purposes, and humanitarian support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation?
The foundation accepts unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's EIN?
Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-6046399. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does Ralph J Baudhuin Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 17, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 13, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 3, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 1, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 13, 2025)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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