Bauer Trust Fund Grant
Funding Amount
US $3,000 - US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
Bauer Trust Fund Grant
Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Anthony F. Bauer Trust Fund
Amount: US $3,000 - US $5,000
Last Updated: April 19, 2025
Summary
The Bauer Trust Fund Grant supports charitable organizations benefiting blind or handicapped persons. Established by Anthony F. Bauer, it aims to provide lasting support for those in need. To be eligible, organizations must be 501(c)(3) exempt and primarily operate in Connecticut. The fund does not support general operating costs, endowments, individuals, or political activities. This initiative reflects Mr. Bauer's legacy of generosity and commitment to aiding vulnerable communities.Overview
Bauer Trust Fund Grant The Anthony F. Bauer Trust Fund was established under the Last Will and Testament of Mr. Bauer out of his desire to provide support for those in need, particularly blind or handicapped persons. Anthony Bauer and his brother, Erwin, ran the family business, Bauer Farm, located in Madison, Connecticut. Thanks to Anthony’s generosity, many Connecticut communities, as well as the Hope School in Springfield, Illinois, will benefit for years to come. The Anthony F. Bauer Trust Fund is dedicated to making grants to qualified charitable organizations benefiting blind or handicapped persons.Eligibility
You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. To be eligible, organizations must qualify as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.Limited to organizations that benefit blind or handicapped persons.Ineligibility
The foundation normally does not fund requests for: General operating support Endowments Individuals Political activities Loans Fundraising events including dinners, benefits and athletic events.What Anthony F Bauer Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 3
- Total given
- $10K
- Median grant
- $3,000
- Range
- $3,000–$4,000
- By dollars: Connecticut 100%. Top recipient cities: Hartford, CT; Bridgeport, CT; Bloomfield, CT.
Example grants
Connecticut Institute for the Blind · Hartford, CT
General operating
$4,000
Discovery Museum Inc · Bridgeport, CT
General operating
$3,000
Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation Inc · Bloomfield, CT
General operating
$3,000
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