Grant and Funding Programs Offered by Baker Family Foundation
Overview of Available Grants and Funding
A Canadian charitable foundation established in 2012 by John Baker (D2L founder) and the Baker family. It provides discretionary funding in education (scholarships and bursaries with universities and colleges), health (hospital support, premature baby programs), and community projects (veterans, playgrounds, nature conservation). The foundation aims to create a ripple effect in communities in Canada and internationally. View Baker Family Foundation's website for more information.
About Baker Family Foundation
What is the mission of Baker Family Foundation?
To generate a ripple effect in communities and around the world through targeted initiatives in education, health, and community projects with a focus on nature conservation and learning.
What type of organization is Baker Family Foundation?
Baker Family Foundation is a Foundation.
When was Baker Family Foundation founded?
Baker Family Foundation was founded in 2012.
What is Baker Family Foundation's official website?
Baker Family Foundation's official website is https://bakerfamilyfoundation.ca/.
What else should I know about Baker Family Foundation?
Rôle de la Baker Family Foundation dans l'écosystème du financement
La Baker Family Foundation est une fondation caritative privée familiale établie en 2012 par John Baker, fondateur de D2L, avec un engagement initial de 1% des capitaux propres personnels. La fondation vise à générer un « effet d'ondulation » dans les communautés canadiennes et mondiales par le biais d'initiatives ciblées.
Domaines de financement
- Éducation : Bourses d'études et bursaires avec plus de 11 établissements incluant l'Université de Waterloo, l'Université de Guelph, Memorial University, Western University, Dalhousie, plusieurs collèges communautaires et le Ballet National du Canada
- Santé : Soutien aux hôpitaux (Clinton Public Hospital), programmes pour prématurés (Emmeline's Closet au Grand River Hospital)
- Communauté : Projets de conservation environnementale (Bayfield River Flats), soutien aux veterans (True Patriot Love Foundation), infrastructures récréatives (splash pads, terrains de jeux)
Gouvernance et transparence
La fondation est administrée par la famille Baker, incluant John Baker et les membres étendus de la famille (Paul, David, Heather, Patricia et Stephen). Les activités sont documentées sur le site web et via le profil LinkedIn de John Baker.