The C B Baird Jr Foundation
The C B Baird Jr Foundation is a private foundation based in Dallas, Texas. Its grant program description says the foundation supports arts, education, outdoor educational programs, and social services through grants to organizations located in and serving Fort Worth residents.
The C B Baird Jr Foundation at a glance
In short: The C B Baird Jr Foundation gave $99K across 13 grants in 2026 (avg $8K), mostly in Texas. 46% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $99,162
- +13.3% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 13
- +8.3% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $7,628
- +4.6% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,517,458
- -1.7% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 46% first-time grantees (6 of 13, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Texas (55% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The C B Baird Jr Foundation
- How to Apply
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The 2025 filing provides application forms and guidelines through Bank of America’s philanthropic grant-search resources.
- Review Cycle
- The 2025 filing lists February 1 as the deadline; that cycle has passed.
- Deadline
- The 2025 filing lists February 1 as the deadline; that cycle has passed.
- Contact
Application contact: Meghan Bennett - Bank Of America
Mailing address: 901 Main St Fl 16, Dallas, TX 75202
Phone: (214) 209-3741
Email: tx.philanthropic@bofa.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from The C B Baird Jr Foundation
Who The C B Baird Jr Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Gunnison Council for the Arts Inc ($39K). Together the top 10 received $84K.
Grant Size Distribution
58 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 58 grants of 58 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The grant program description says support is focused on organizations located in and serving residents of Fort Worth, Texas. In 2026, 55% of grant dollars went to recipients in Texas, 39% to Colorado, and 5% to Ohio. The largest 2026 grant went to an organization in Gunnison, Colorado; several $5,000 grants went to Fort Worth-area organizations.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The C B Baird Jr Foundation open to new grantees?
46%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 6 of 13 grantees (46%) were first-time recipients. With only 13 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $5K; repeat grants $10K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $5K repeat.
- 23% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−14%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 91% 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 (2019–2026). 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 2019 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $73K (2024) to $115K (2023). In 2026 it made 13 grants totaling $99K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gunnison Council for the Arts Inc Gunnison, CO | Unrestricted General | $39,162 |
| Out Teach Dallas, TX | Advancing Elementary | $5,000 |
| National Inventors Hall of Fame Inc North Canton, OH | Camp Invention Summer STEM | $5,000 |
| Texas Academy of Fine Art Fort Worth, TX | Support Teen Workshop and | $5,000 |
| Fort Worth Museum of Science and History Fort Worth, TX | Support Discovery Lab on | $5,000 |
| Camp Fire First Texas Fort Worth, TX | Building Leadership & Life | $5,000 |
| Fort Worth Country Day School Inc Fort Worth, TX | Support Breakthrough Fort | $5,000 |
| Hip Pocket Theatre Fort Worth, TX | 2026 50TH Season | $5,000 |
| Hill School of Fort Worth Inc Fort Worth, TX | Education for Learning | $5,000 |
| Community Partners of Tarrant County Inc Fort Worth, TX | Support Rainbow Room | $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 | $1,517,458 | $88,828 | $116,597 | $99,162 | 13 | $103,952 | $76,448 | $114,538 |
| 2025 | $1,543,896 | $78,729 | $102,996 | $87,525 | 12 | $91,936 | $67,265 | $103,529 |
| 2024 | $1,568,387 | $109,494 | $98,457 | $72,814 | 9 | $84,351 | $99,375 | $97,844 |
| 2023 | $1,552,664 | $228,883 | $135,289 | $114,900 | 13 | $121,210 | $216,807 | $87,956 |
| 2022 | $1,459,122 | $101,914 | $126,752 | $91,600 | 11 | $100,139 | $75,301 | $111,315 |
| 2021 | $1,483,648 | $71,028 | $118,109 | $85,001 | 10 | — | $45,394 | $102,759 |
| 2019 | $1,550,330 | $105,756 | $110,200 | $75,275 | 8 | — | $88,885 | $93,017 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The C B Baird Jr Foundation reported a distributable amount of $115K for 2026 — 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 grant program description says the foundation was established for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes and currently focuses on arts, education, outdoor educational programs, and social services.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. The Gunnison Council for the Arts says it creates community through accessible arts programs and supports local artists. Camp Fire First Texas describes providing out-of-school and outdoor learning programs for children and youth, as well as workforce development for early childhood educators. The National Inventors Hall of Fame describes its work as recognizing inventors and inventions, promoting creativity, and advancing innovation and entrepreneurship. Fort Worth Country Day School describes its mission as developing students through a rigorous college-preparatory program integrating arts and athletics. Lena Pope Home says it equips children, families, caregivers, and the community through counseling, education, and behavioral interventions. Lighthouse School of Fort Worth describes providing a barrier-free, student-centered learning environment for youth with learning variability.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation gave $99,162 through 13 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $5,000 to $39,162, with a median grant of $5,000. The grant program description gives an average award of approximately $5,000 and says approximately ten grants are made each year.
The largest reported 2026 grant was $39,162 to Gunnison Council for the Arts in Colorado for unrestricted general support. Other reported grants of $5,000 included Out Teach, for advancing elementary education; National Inventors Hall of Fame, for Camp Invention summer STEM; Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, for its Discovery Lab; Camp Fire First Texas, for leadership and life-skills work; Fort Worth Country Day School, for Breakthrough Fort; and Lena Pope Home, for early education.
The foundation’s 2025 filing says it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applicants must have tax-exempt status under IRC Section 501(c)(3); applications from individuals are not accepted. The filing directs applicants to obtain forms and guidelines through Bank of America’s philanthropic grant-search resources.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists the following co-trustees: Bank of America N.A., Bruce Baird, Craig B. Baird, Cindy Beall, Rebecca B. Barber, and Margaret L. Baird.
The C B Baird Jr Foundation's 2026 filing lists 6 officers; 1 of 6 officers listed in 2026 is compensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Bank Of America N A
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$5K (2023) → $10K (2026)
Bruce Baird
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cindy Beall
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Craig B. Baird
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Margaret L. Baird
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rebecca B. Barber
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Wells Fargo N A (2023) — Co-Trustee
- Former: Wells Fargo Bank (2019–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2026. "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 $10K, to Bank of America N a (Co-Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about The C B Baird Jr Foundation
How much does The C B Baird Jr Foundation give each year?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation gave $99K across 13 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $88K across 12 grants.
What is The C B Baird Jr Foundation's typical grant size?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $5,000, and its average grant was $7,628, across 13 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The C B Baird Jr Foundation that year got $5K on average.
Where does The C B Baird Jr Foundation give grants?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation gives mostly in Texas: 55% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Colorado (39%) and Ohio (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Worth, TX (9 grants).
Does The C B Baird Jr Foundation give general operating support?
Occasionally: 8% of The C B Baird Jr Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 13) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The C B Baird Jr Foundation's largest grantees?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Gunnison Council for the Arts Inc ($39,162), Out Teach ($5,000) and National Inventors Hall of Fame Inc ($5,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 50% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is The C B Baird Jr Foundation?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation reported $1.5M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $104K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $115K (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 The C B Baird Jr Foundation fund?
The grant program description says the foundation was established for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes and currently focuses on arts, education, outdoor educational programs, and social services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The C B Baird Jr Foundation?
The 2025 filing provides application forms and guidelines through Bank of America’s philanthropic grant-search resources. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The C B Baird Jr Foundation's EIN?
The C B Baird Jr Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-6350779. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS February 12, 2020)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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