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William&Vina Baker Yerdon Fndtion
Fort Plain, NY · EIN 237366678 · Form 990PF · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K)
revenue
$99K
expenses
$17K
net assets
$2.2M
employees
—
profile · synthesized from sources

The William&Vina Baker Yerdon Foundation is a private foundation based in Fort Plain, New York. It provides grants to local organizations supporting community services, youth programs, emergency food assistance, and infrastructure improvements. The foundation focuses its giving on entities within the Fort Plain area.

named programs · 1 · from sources

What they call their work

Community Grants Program
Supports local organizations in Fort Plain, NY with funding for operations, infrastructure projects, youth activities, emergency food pantries, and community beautification initiatives.
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Capital Infrastructure Funding 3 activities
    • Funding accessibility improvements for public spaces
      Finances the installation of ADA-accessible entryways through Friends of Fort Plain Inc. to improve access to community facilities.
    • Funding public park improvements and beautification
      Supports park enhancements including garden mulch and bandstand renovations through Fort Plain Village Parks and funds area beautification projects via the Fort Plain Garden Club.
    • Funding youth sports facility upgrades
      Provides funding for field updates to support youth sports programs through Fort Plain Little League.
  • Cemetery Preservation and Maintenance Funding 1 activity
    • Funding cemetery maintenance and infrastructure improvements
      Provides grants for tree removal and water line work to support the operations of the Fort Plain Cemetery Assn.
  • Municipal and Community General Support 1 activity
    • Funding community safety and public service equipment
      Supports fire department operations by funding the purchase of essential gear-washing and extraction equipment for the Fort Plain Fire Dept.
  • Church and Congregation-Based Financial Aid 1 activity
    • Funding emergency food assistance programs
      Provides grants for emergency food pantry food purchases and food distribution to support the needy through faith-based and community organizations including the Reformed Church of Fort Plain and Grace Church Helping Hands Food Pantry.
  • General Operating Support Grants 1 activity
    • Funding operating and infrastructure needs for local community institutions
      Funds a range of projects including roof repairs, building projects, equipment purchases, and operating expenses for local organizations such as the Fort Plain Free Library, Fort Plain Museum, and Ayres Animal Shelter Inc.
  • Summer Camp Access Scholarships 1 activity
    • Funding youth programs for underprivileged children
      Finances activities targeting underprivileged youth through the Fort Plain Youth Rec Comm to support recreational and developmental opportunities.
financials · form 990PF · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$99K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue——
Investment income$78K79%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$17K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out$115K
balance sheet
Total assets$2.21M
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$2.21M
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +19.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 3
  • Beverlee Dingman — Trustee
  • John Kirkpatrick — Trustee
  • Robert Horsekins — Trustee
relationships · 12

Who they work with

  • AYRES ANIMAL SHELTERINC Partner — Receives grant funding for shelter operating expenses.
  • FORT PLAIN CEMETERY ASSN Partner — Receives grant funding for tree removal and water line work.
  • FORT PLAIN FIRE DEPT Partner — Receives grant funding for purchase of gear washer and extractor.
  • FORT PLAIN FREE LIBRARY Partner — Receives grant funding for operating costs and roof repairs.
  • FORT PLAIN GARDEN CLUB Partner — Receives grant funding for area beautification projects.
  • FORT PLAIN LITTLE LEAGUE Partner — Receives grant funding for field updates.
  • FORT PLAIN MUSEUM Partner — Receives grant funding for building projects and equipment.
  • FORT PLAIN VILLAGE PARKS Partner — Receives grant funding for garden mulch and bandstand renovations.
  • FORT PLAIN YOUTH REC COMM Partner — Receives grant funding for activities serving underprivileged youth.
  • Friends of Fort Plain Inc Partner — Receives grant funding to install an ADA-accessible entryway.
  • Grace ChurchHelping Hands Food Pantry Partner — Receives grant funding for emergency food distribution to the needy.
  • REFORMED CHURCH OF FORT PLAIN Partner — Receives grant funding for emergency food pantry food purchases.