The Linden Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Linden Family Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Barbara, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $245,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$245,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $205,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $190,000 | 9 | $4.5 million |
| 2024 | $205,000 | 9 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $245,000 | 10 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Linden Family 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 The Linden Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $245,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Storyteller Children's Center | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Direct Relief International | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Shelter Box | Charitable | $30,000 |
| The Painted Turtle | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Alzheimer's Family Center | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Angels Foster Care | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Hope Harbor | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Global Arts Corp | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tim Linden
- Kim Blankenhorn
- Christina Stoney
- Laurie Gray
- Kelly Walker
Questions people ask
Does The Linden Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Linden Family Foundation give?
$245,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs The Linden Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tim Linden (Treasurer), Kim Blankenhorn (President), Christina Stoney (Vice President) and Laurie Gray (Member/Gift Giving Chair) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Linden Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and international.