Bindler Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bindler Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,050 and the largest $10,000. 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$45,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,050
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $42,300 the year before.
30% 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 | $67,100 | 16 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $42,300 | 10 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $45,500 | 12 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Bindler 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 Bindler Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $29,600 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,900 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Facing History and Ourselves Chicago | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Cahn Fellows Programs Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Foundation for the Defense of Democracies Inc | Cmpp | $5,000 |
| Jewish United Fund of Metropolitan Chicago | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ravinia Festival Association | Annual Fund | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,600 |
| Anti-Defamation League | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Global | RMHC-Ukraine | $2,500 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Inc | $1,800 for High Ridge CC Federation Day and $500 Hole Sponsor at HRCC Federation Day | $2,300 |
| Jewish National Fund | General & Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | General & Unrestricted | $1,800 |
| Jewish National Fund | Charitable Event | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Annie Bindler
- Gene Bindler
- Richard B Bindler
- Zachary Bindler
Questions people ask
Does Bindler Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bindler Family Foundation give?
$45,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,050.
Who runs Bindler Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Annie Bindler (VP), Gene Bindler (Dir, Pres), Richard B Bindler (Dir, Sec) and Zachary Bindler (VP).
What does Bindler Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.