The John W Bailey Family Foundation
For several generations, our family has been honored to give back to our local community that we have called home for over 80 years. We would like to formalize this legacy with a foundation to carry on the tradition for future generations.
The John W Bailey Family Foundation at a glance
In short: The John W Bailey Family Foundation gave $29K across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $14K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $28,500
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $14,250
- Median grant
- $14,250
- Total assets
- $411,276
- +138.3% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Michigan (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who The John W Bailey Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Ted Nugent Kamp for Kids ($15K). Together the top 2 received $29K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $29K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ted Nugent Kamp for Kids Jackson, MI | Operations | $15,000 |
| Vietnam Veterans of America Jackson, MI | Operations | $13,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $411,276 | $294,476 | $55,757 | $28,500 | 2 | $1,463 |
| 2024 | $172,557 | $85,795 | $16,926 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $103,688 | $122,041 | $18,353 | — | — | — |
About The John W Bailey Family Foundation
Based on IRS filings
The John W Bailey Family Foundation is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Jackson, MI. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $411K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $29K. Net investment income was $1K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The John W Bailey Family Foundation is led by John Bailey, President on every filing since 2023; none of the 4 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
John Bailey
President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jacob Bailey
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jordan Bailey
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie Bailey
Vice President
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2023–2025. "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 The John W Bailey Family Foundation
How much does The John W Bailey Family Foundation give each year?
The John W Bailey Family Foundation gave $29K across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is The John W Bailey Family Foundation?
The John W Bailey Family Foundation reported $411K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $294K.
What is The John W Bailey Family Foundation?
The John W Bailey Family Foundation is a public charity focused on public and societal benefit, based in Jackson, MI. It holds $411K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does The John W Bailey Family Foundation operate?
The John W Bailey Family Foundation has awarded grants in Michigan.
What is The John W Bailey Family Foundation's EIN?
The John W Bailey Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 92-0736283. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 5, 2026)
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