John and Linda Macdonald Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Linda Macdonald Foundation is a private foundation in La Quinta, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $265,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $745,000 the year before.
17% of its 2024 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 | $745,000 | 15 | $15.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 18 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
John and Linda Macdonald 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 John and Linda Macdonald Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $405,000 |
| New York | 5 | $380,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $130,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $80,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $60,600 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Health Foundation | The eisenhower health foundation raises funds to support eisenhower health, a non-profit hospital system, by providing resources for world-class patient care, advanced technology, and state-of-the-art facilities. | $265,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | The michael j. Fox foundation is dedicated to finding a cure for parkinson's disease through an aggressively funded research agenda and to ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with parkinson's today. | $100,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Planned parenthood is america's most trusted provider of reproductive health care. The skilled health care professionals are dedicated to offering men, women, and teens high-quality, affordable medical care. One in five american women has chosen planned parenthood for health care at least once in her life. | $100,000 |
| Seeds of Peace | Seeds of peace aims to amplify the voices of its graduates. As such, seeds of peace puts forward the charter on uprooting hatred and terror, co-authored by more than 120 seeds from the middle east, south asia, the balkans, cyprus and the united states, as the best reflection of their shared principles. | $100,000 |
| CF Foundation | The mission of the cystic fibrosis foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and to provide all people with the disease the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment, and ensuring access to high-quality, specialized care. | $80,000 |
| US Foundation - Queen's University | The us foundation for queen's university at kingston is a recognized 501 (c) (3) "tax-exempt organization and was created in 1995 specifically to benefit supporters of the university who are residents of the united states. Today, organizations and individuals living in the united states can help the university fulfill its mission with a charitable gift and qualify for an income tax deduction. | $80,000 |
| Friends of the Children | The friends of the children breaks the cycle of generational poverty by providing long-term, paid professional mentors to children from kindergarten through high school graduation. | $60,600 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Doctors without borders/mdecins sans frontires (msf) helps people worldwide where the need is greatest, delivering emergency medical aid to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or exclusion from health care. | $50,000 |
| Engineers Without Borders USA | Engineers without borders USA builds a better world through engineering projects that empower communities to meet their basic human needs and equip leaders to solve the world's most pressing challenges. Their 16,800 members work with communities to find appropriate solutions for water supply, sanitation, energy, agriculture, civil works and structures. | $50,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation Inc | Fisher house foundation is best known for a network of comfort homes where military and veterans' families can stay at no cost while a loved one is receiving treatment. Fisher house foundation also operates the hero miles program, using donated frequent flyer miles to bring family members to the bedside of injured service members as well as the hotels for heroes program using donated hotel points to allow family members to stay at hotels near medical centers without charge. | $50,000 |
| Team Rubicon | Team rubicon's primary mission is providing disaster relief to those affected by natural disasters, be they domestic or international. By pairing the skills and experiences of military veterans with first responders, medical professionals, and technology solutions, team rubicon aims to provide the greatest service and impact possible. | $50,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Foundation | The breast cancer research foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to achieving prevention and a cure for breast cancer. They provide critical funding for cancer research worldwide to fuel advances in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, metastasis and survivorship. | $30,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | "the prostate cancer foundation (pcf) is the world's leading philanthropic organization funding and accelerating prostate cancer research. The pcf global research enterprise now extends to 19 countries. Pcf advocates for greater awareness of prostate cancer and more efficient investment of governmental research funds for transformational cancer research. Its efforts have helped produce a 20-fold increase in government funding for prostate cancer. | $25,000 |
| Stjude's Childrens Research Hospital | St. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. | $25,000 |
| The Cancer League - Piedmont | The mission of the cancer league, inc. Is to raise funds for accredited non-profit organizations dedicated to the fight against cancer that focus on research, early detection, education and patient care. | $20,000 |
| American Heart Association | The american heart association (aha) is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving heart health and reducing the burden of cardiovascular diseases and stroke | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Coachella Valley | The boys and girls club of coachella valley is to save and enhance the lives of the young people of our community. It provides hope and opportunity to every young person within our reach so they can achieve their full potential. | $10,000 |
| Edible Schoolyard Project - Berkeley (2016) | Edible schoolyard berkeley envision gardens and kitchens as interactive classrooms and a sustainable, delicious, and free lunch for every student. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Macdonald
- Kathryn J Macdonald
- Linda M Macdonald
Questions people ask
Does John and Linda Macdonald Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Linda Macdonald Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs John and Linda Macdonald Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John A Macdonald (President), Kathryn J Macdonald (Secretary) and Linda M Macdonald (Vice President, Treasurer).
What does John and Linda Macdonald Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and faith communities.