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Clayton Baker Trust

business directory listing grant makers Feb 08, 2026

2 East Read Street, 1st Floor Baltimore, MD 21202

 

(410) 837-3555 (410) 837-7711 fax

 

Primary Contact:

John B. Powell, Executive Director

 

Mission Statement:

Seeks to improve the learning opportunities for Baltimore City children through: reading readiness in pre-k and kindergarten, programs that challenge motivated students in Baltimore’s public schools, school-based after-school programs, and summer learning. The Trustees favor programs that have intense and sustained contact with students with a consistent message of high expectations. Supports organizations that work to protect and improve the natural environment of the Baltimore region but does not fund local land trusts. Supports community organizations in Baltimore City that have a record of attracting financial investments to their neighborhood revitalization efforts.

 

Areas of Interest: 

Community development/Neighborhoods; Education: Early childhood; Education: K-12; Education: Out-of-school time; Environment/Sustainability; Children's and youth services

Types of Support: 

Advocacy; Capital campaigns; General operating; Project/program

Grantmaking Restrictions: 

Endowments; Sponsorship (events, tables); Research; Sponsorship (other); Religious organizations; Individuals; Scholarships; Fundraising events

Total Assets: 

$36,947,984

 

Total Grants:

$1,731,475

 

Grant Range: 

2,500-100000

 

Frequency of Governing: 3 times a year

Board Meetings:

Yes

Application deadlines are April 5, August 5, and December 5.

 

Call to receive application instructions.

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