Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $164,500 in 38 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$164,500
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$61,520
- New grantees34%
Giving in 2025 was down from $164,800 the year before.
34% 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 | $191,939 | 54 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $164,800 | 55 | $49,377 |
| 2025 | $164,500 | 38 | $61,520 |
How to apply
Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke 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 Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $61,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $35,000 |
| Connecticut | 9 | $27,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,125 |
| Maryland | 10 | $11,875 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens | Charity related activities | $45,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Charity related activities | $35,000 |
| Ridgefield Rvna | Charity related activities | $11,500 |
| HSST Haydenettes Hayden Syncrho | Charity related activities | $10,125 |
| Ridgefield Boys & Girls Club | Charity related activities | $7,000 |
| Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary | Charity related activities | $5,000 |
| Roar Foundation | Charity related activities | $5,000 |
| Rosemount Center | Charity related activities | $5,000 |
| St Albans School | Charity related activities | $5,000 |
| Cape Coral Animal Center | Charity related activites | $3,500 |
| Abraham Lincoln High School PTA | Charity related activities | $2,500 |
| Merrimack College | Charity related activities | $2,500 |
| Olde Crabs Hockey Club | Charity related activites | $2,500 |
| Sec Scholars | Charity related activities | $2,500 |
| Washington Winter Show | Charity related activities | $2,500 |
| Ruff Haven | Charity related activities | $2,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Ridgefield CT | Charity related activities | $1,500 |
| Ridgefield Library | Charity related activities | $1,500 |
| Allegany Animal Shelter | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Avon Old Farms School | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Celebrate Frederick | Charity related activites | $1,000 |
| Church of the Atonement | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| DC Edge Synchronized Skating | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Rid | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Love for Lochlin | Charity related activity | $1,000 |
| Plymouth State University | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Rising Star Horse Rescue | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Suburban Hospital Foundation | Charity related activities | $1,000 |
| Bethesda Chevy Chase Rescue Squad | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Chapin School | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Ethel Walker School | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Frederick Arts Council | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Glen Echo Fire Department | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Jimmy Fundpan Mass Challenge | Charity related activities | $500 |
| John T Walker School for Boys | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Metropolitan Club Pres Foundation | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Ridgefield Playhouse | Charity related activities | $500 |
| Taskers Chance Garden Club | Charity related activities | $375 |
Officers and trustees
- Jocelyn S Witt
Questions people ask
Does Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation give?
$164,500 in tax year 2025, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jocelyn S Witt (Director).
What does Gordon F & Jocelyn B Linke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.