Sylvan T Baer Foundation
The Sylvan T Baer Foundation is a private foundation based in Dallas, Texas. Established in 1965, it supports Jewish organizations and efforts to assist needy and deserving Jewish individuals in North Texas.
Sylvan T Baer Foundation at a glance
In short: Sylvan T Baer Foundation gave $188K across 7 grants in 2026 (avg $27K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $188,000
- +25.3% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 7
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $26,857
- +25.3% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $3,847,423
- +5.5% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Texas (97% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Sylvan T Baer Foundation
- How to Apply
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The filing describes a two-phase application process through the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation. Awards are limited to Texas Jewish organizations serving needy and deserving Jewish individuals for 501(c)(3) purposes, with preference for the Dallas County area.
- Review Cycle
- The filing lists June 15 at noon for Phase 1 and August 31 for the full application. These dates are from the 2025 filing and are past.
- Deadline
- The filing lists June 15 at noon for Phase 1 and August 31 for the full application.
- Contact
Application contact: Bank Of America N A Co Djcf
Mailing address: 12700 Hillcrest Road Ste 201, Dallas, TX 75230
Phone: (214) 615-5268
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Sylvan T Baer Foundation
Who Sylvan T Baer Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Community Homes for Adults (Chai) ($50K). Together the top 7 received $188K.
Grant Size Distribution
39 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 37 grants of 39 (95%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 filing limits awards to Texas Jewish organizations and gives preference to the Dallas County area. In 2026, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas and 3% to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Sylvan T Baer Foundation gives
- Giving grew 21% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 97% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $138K (2021) to $188K (2026). In 2026 it made 7 grants totaling $188K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Homes for Adults (Chai) Dallas, TX | Unrestricted General | $50,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Dallas Dallas, TX | Unrestricted General | $43,000 |
| Akiba Yavneh Academy of Dallas Dallas, TX | For SSS & MLP Programs | $25,000 |
| Dallas Jewish Burial Fund Dallas, TX | Unrestricted General | $25,000 |
| Hillel of Dallas Addison, TX | Unrestricted General | $20,000 |
| Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association Dallas, TX | Unrestricted General | $20,000 |
| Moishe House Encinitas, CA | Unrestricted General | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,847,423 | $560,912 | $253,725 | $188,000 | 7 | $209,748 | $522,850 | $216,091 |
| 2025 | $3,645,851 | $363,934 | $215,332 | $150,000 | 7 | $177,481 | $324,404 | $205,579 |
| 2024 | $3,491,815 | $94,137 | $205,340 | $145,000 | 8 | $173,327 | $59,124 | $186,899 |
| 2023 | $3,614,097 | $-101,615 | $219,341 | $155,000 | 8 | $173,233 | $40,487 | $188,744 |
| 2022 | $3,924,884 | $763,331 | $218,734 | $150,000 | 9 | $176,176 | $723,892 | $211,168 |
| 2021 | $3,411,518 | $243,394 | $188,878 | $138,000 | 10 | — | $212,547 | $182,411 |
| 2020 | $3,329,050 | $239,646 | $219,504 | $173,000 | 12 | — | $222,171 | $175,629 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Sylvan T Baer Foundation reported a distributable amount of $216K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation was established to assist needy and deserving Jewish individuals in the North Texas community. Its filing says awards are limited to Texas Jewish organizations benefiting needy and deserving Jewish individuals for 501(c)(3) purposes.
The 2026 grants include support for organizations serving different needs. Jewish Family Service of Dallas describes its mission as providing accessible whole-person care to promote self-sufficiency and well-being in the Greater Dallas community. Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association says it assists people in the Greater Dallas Jewish community through interest-free loans. Hillel of Dallas describes its work as enriching the lives of Jewish students and young adults in the Dallas area and providing opportunities to explore and celebrate Jewish identities. Moishe House says it supports young adults in creating and engaging in Jewish community, learning, leadership, and experiences.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation awarded $188,000 across seven grants. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $50,000, with a median of $25,000. The largest awards were $50,000 to Community Homes for Adults (CHAI) for unrestricted general purposes and $43,000 to Jewish Family Service of Dallas for unrestricted general purposes. Other grants included $25,000 to Akiba Yavneh Academy of Dallas for its SSS and MLP programs; $25,000 to Dallas Jewish Burial Fund for unrestricted general purposes; $20,000 each to Hillel of Dallas and Dallas Hebrew Free Loan Association for unrestricted general purposes; and $5,000 to Moishe House for unrestricted general purposes.
The foundation’s 2025 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applicants were directed to the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation’s scholarships and grants page and a two-phase process: a short Phase 1 application followed by a full Phase 2 application. The filing states that applicants must have been in operation for at least three years.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Bank of America is listed as trustee on the 2026 filing.
Sylvan T Baer Foundation's only listed officer is Bank Of America, Trustee on every filing since 2022 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
Bank Of America
Trustee
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
$49K (2022) → $52K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Bank Of America N A (2020–2021) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $52K, to Bank of America (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Sylvan T Baer Foundation
How much does Sylvan T Baer Foundation give each year?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation gave $188K across 7 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $150K across 7 grants.
What is Sylvan T Baer Foundation's typical grant size?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $25,000, and its average grant was $26,857, across 7 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Sylvan T Baer Foundation give grants?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Dallas, TX (5 grants).
Does Sylvan T Baer Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 86% of Sylvan T Baer Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (6 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Sylvan T Baer Foundation's largest grantees?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Community Homes for Adults (Chai) ($50,000), Jewish Family Service of Dallas ($43,000) and Akiba Yavneh Academy of Dallas ($25,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Sylvan T Baer Foundation?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation reported $3.8M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $210K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $216K (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 Sylvan T Baer Foundation fund?
The foundation was established to assist needy and deserving Jewish individuals in the North Texas community. Its filing says awards are limited to Texas Jewish organizations benefiting needy and deserving Jewish individuals for 501(c)(3) purposes. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Sylvan T Baer Foundation?
The filing describes a two-phase application process through the Dallas Jewish Community Foundation. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Sylvan T Baer Foundation's EIN?
Sylvan T Baer Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 75-6044967. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS May 28, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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