Lynn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lynn Foundation is a private foundation in Scottsdale, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $191,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $105,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$191,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$105,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,200 | 12 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $106,000 | 9 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $191,000 | 8 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Lynn Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Lynn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 2 | $185,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,250 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Heard Museum | Program support | $105,000 |
| Honorhealth Foundation | Program support | $80,000 |
| Americans for Oxford Inc | Program support | $2,000 |
| Amer Associates of the Nat'l Theatre | Program support | $1,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Middle Tennessee | Program support | $1,000 |
| St Paul's School | Program support | $1,000 |
| University of Virginia | Program support | $750 |
| McClung Museum | Program support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann C Lynn
- Fredrick A Lynn
Questions people ask
Does Lynn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lynn Foundation give?
$191,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lynn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ann C Lynn (Trustee) and Fredrick A Lynn (Trustee).
What does Lynn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.