The Jeffrey and Cynthia Baumeister Foundation
A selfless legacy paved by one woman’s outstanding faith
A charitable foundation based upon strong faith, hard work and doing good
Reviews
Mark Middendorf, President Ave Maria University
“Ave Maria University gratefully acknowledges the Baumeister Foundation for their kind and generous support of the Cynthia Baumeister, Fr. Jay Jancarz, Ludwig Family and Athletic Department 3-S Scholarship(s). Your dedication makes an incredible difference in the lives of our students both while they are learning and after they take what they have learned into the world.”
Peter M Casamento, M.A. , Executive Director Laurel Civic Association, Inc.
“Laurel Civic’s impact on the community is only possible due to the commitment of organizations like yours, which are dedicated to making a positive difference. Our services don’t just empower they transform the lives of families creating opportunities for a brighter future. “
A world of possibilities
The Mission of the Jeffrey and Cynthia Baumeister Foundation, in partnership with the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, is to improve lives by providing access to higher education, improved financial literacy, partnership with community faith-based programs and animal welfare services.
If you would like to support the Foundation’s mission or if you would like to apply to receive our assistance, please use the “contact us” section below to send an email. Contributions may be sent to the Gulf Coast Community Foundation at 601 South Tamiami Trail, Venice, Florida 34285, please note on your check “for Jeffrey and Cynthia Baumeister Foundation.”
Please check out pages 20-21 above to view Cindy’s journey
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Who we are
The Jeffrey and Cynthia Baumeister Foundation was founded with a $4,000,000 commitment in 2018. Located in Venice, Florida, the foundation works in conjunction with the Gulf Coast Community Foundation (GCCF), a $444 million-dollar philanthropic fund headquartered in Sarasota, Florida. GCCF has been in existence since 1995.
The Jeffrey and Cynthia Baumeister Foundation was established just before Cindy’s passing in 2021 after a courageous ten-year battle with ovarian cancer. During that illness, Cindy showed remarkable courage and expressed a desire to support charitable endeavors including educational institutions, faith -based organizations, community needs and animal welfare.
Causes we support
Ave Maria University
Ave Maria University is an exceptional four- year Catholic University located in Naples, Florida. The Foundation has established three academic and one athletic scholarship allowing four young people to pursue a faith-based, four-year college education.
Laurel Community Civic Association
The Foundation provides annual grants that support after school programs for children, school bus transportation, financial literacy programs for adults and a free community food bank.
Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College is a conservative university located in Michigan. The Foundation provides a four-year continuing academic scholarship for one deserving student.
Southwest Florida Guide Dogs
We are the only organization in North America to provide guide and service dogs, online and in-person training, lifetime alumni support, premium dog food, and preventative veterinary care—all at no cost.
Because love, hope, and independence should be given freely.
Second Chance Cockers
Second Chance Cockers is located in the foothills of Gold Rush California. The Foundation assisted with the building and ongoing support for a kennel that provides housing, food and medical care for twenty ill, unadoptable and/or aged dogs for the rest of their lives.
Contact us
Email: jeff.baumeister@gmail.com
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