Linked Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Linked Foundation is a private foundation in Carpinteria, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $431,364 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$431,364
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million 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 | $1.4 million | 23 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $431,364 | 18 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Linked 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Linked Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $352,689 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $55,000 |
| New York | 2 | $13,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $675 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Environmental Council | Regional solutionsto climate change | $100,000 |
| Uc Regents-Ucsb | A&l educationoutreach | $70,000 |
| McE Social Capital | Global socialventure fund | $61,189 |
| Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics | Community healthneeds | $50,000 |
| The American Independent Foundation | Foster independentjournalism | $50,000 |
| Carpinteria Children's Project | Support for earlychildhood education | $20,500 |
| Planned Parenthood | Communityhealthcare | $20,000 |
| Foodbank of Santa Barbara County | Food for the needy | $15,000 |
| Pro Mujer Inc | Promote latin americanwomen business ventures | $10,000 |
| Focus for Democracy | Ground game fund | $10,000 |
| Girls Inc of Carpinteria | General support | $5,000 |
| Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Foun | Communityhealth care | $5,000 |
| Fonkoze USA | Support forhaitian poverty | $5,000 |
| Fractured Atlas Inc | Arts & culture | $3,000 |
| Direct Relief International | Fight poverty | $2,500 |
| Leading From Within | Leadership development | $2,500 |
| St Dunstans Episcopal Church | Haitianeducational | $1,000 |
| Friendship Bridge | Empower womenalleviate povertyin guatemala | $675 |
Officers and trustees
- Dorothy F Largay
- Wayne E Rosing
- Nancy F Swanson-Roberts
- Ann Hutchins
Questions people ask
Does Linked Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Linked Foundation give?
$431,364 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Linked Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Dorothy F Largay (President), Wayne E Rosing (Secretary), Nancy F Swanson-Roberts (Executive Director) and Ann Hutchins (Director).
What does Linked Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.