Fight for the Greater Good
We stand up for those who cannot stand alone. Through advocacy, direct community support, and unwavering action, we take on the fights that matter — because doing what's right is not optional, it is our obligation.
Dogs of Justice. Guardians of the Greater Good.
Fighting for What's Right
Our Story
Born from
Purpose & Conviction
The Baskerville hound is a symbol older than fear — a guardian in the darkness, a force that hunts on behalf of those who cannot defend themselves. We took that symbol and made it our calling: to be the dogs of justice for our community.
The Baskerville Foundation was established to fight for the greater good — supporting those in need, advocating for what's right, and building a stronger, more just community. We do not look away. We run toward the fight.
"Justice is not a destination. It is a pursuit — and we were born to run."
100%
Community Focused
501(c)(3)
Nonprofit Status
Zero
Compromise on Justice
Our Mission
Three Pillars of
the Foundation
We exist to serve the greater good — with conviction, community, and an unwavering commitment to justice. These principles define our work.
Serve Our Community
Community is not a backdrop — it is our purpose. We invest in people, fund programs that lift others up, and build the networks of support that turn neighborhoods into something worth protecting.
Answer the Call of Justice
The hound does not rest. Neither do we. The Baskerville Foundation pursues justice with relentless commitment — through grants, advocacy, community programs, and the belief that every person deserves to be heard, protected, and treated with dignity.
Programs & Membership
Join the Order
of the Hound
Every tier of membership carries the heraldic seal of the Foundation — and opens access to an institution unlike any other.
Fellowship
Founding Fellow
For scholars and serious enthusiasts. Access to our archive, quarterly journal, and annual symposium.
- Digital & print archive access
- Baskerville Quarterly journal
- Annual symposium invitation
$150 / year
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Patronage
Patron of the Hound
For cultural philanthropists who wish to shape the Foundation's programs and legacy with meaningful giving.
- All Fellow benefits
- Named in the annual roll
- Private collection previews
- Grant selection advisory vote
$500 / year
Benefaction
Grand Benefactor
For institutions, estates, and major donors committed to leaving a permanent mark on gothic cultural heritage.
- All Patron benefits
- Named endowment opportunity
- Seat on the advisory council
- Heraldic commission: custom crest
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Baskerville Grants
Annual awards supporting dark literary fiction, gothic poetry, and folklore scholarship. Open to writers at any career stage.
Apply for a grant →The Hound Residency
A six-week immersive writing retreat for fiction writers working in the gothic tradition. Housed at a partner manor estate.
Learn about residencies →
Support the Work
Join the Dogs
of Justice.
The Baskerville Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your gift fuels community advocacy, funds programs fighting for what's right, and sustains an institution that believes the greater good is worth every fight.
Tax-deductible under IRC Section 501(c)(3) · Federal EIN on request
Where Legend Becomes Legacy