Banks Baldwin Foundation Grant

Banks Baldwin Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Banks-Baldwin Foundation
Last Updated: October 14, 2025

Summary

The Banks Baldwin Foundation, established in 1994, supports community initiatives that enhance education and the arts, promote self-sufficiency, and foster leadership among youth. With a focus on active citizenship, the foundation encourages nonprofit organizations to apply for funding to drive positive change in their communities. The foundation's board meets annually to review proposals and make grant decisions, ensuring that their mission aligns with the needs of the communities they serve.

Overview

About The Banks-Baldwin Foundation was established in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1994. It was founded by Jeff Lucier and Craig Fraser and initially funded with part of the proceeds from the sale of The Banks-Baldwin Law Publishing Company to West Publishing Company. Along with Mr. Lucier and Mr. Fraser, the founding Trustees included Walter Harding Drane and Ronald C. Allan. Kathryn Lucier Green and Chad Green joined the Board in 2008. Susan Lucier joined the Board in 2017. Candace Hatton and Rob van Haaren joined the Board in 2020. Martha Fraser, Wilson Fraser, Amy Lucier, Madalyn Lucier and Caitlin Lucier van Haaren joined the Board in 2022. The Trustees meet annually in December to consider proposals and make grants. Banks Baldwin Foundation Grant Our Mission The Banks-Baldwin Foundation primarily supports community based initiatives that advance education and the arts, develop self-sufficiency, promote active citizenship, and foster entrepreneurial leadership among children and young adults.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Nonprofits are eligible to apply.