The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.9 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $950,000. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$950,000
- Assets$76.1 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
71% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 19 | $64.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 23 | $76.1 million |
How to apply
The Linda and Lenny Bell 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 Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1.1 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $500,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $460,309 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $125,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $100,000 |
| New York | 3 | $51,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| America Votes Education Fund | General & Unrestricted | $950,000 |
| Secure Community Network Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Voter Engagement Fund - Culture of Voting Initiative | $400,000 |
| Prime Coalition Inc | General & Unrestricted | $263,509 |
| American Independent Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Civic Responsibility Project | $100,000 |
| Florida Alliance for Civic Engagement Inc | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| Congregation B'nai Jacob | Building Fund | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Chilmark Pre-School Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Hebrew Center | General & Unrestricted | $41,800 |
| Fair Haven Community Health Clinic Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Greenburgh Hebrew Center | General Fund and Campaign for GHC Fund | $25,000 |
| Hospice of Marthas Vineyard Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Hospital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Parkinsons Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Sheriffs Meadow Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| The Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven Inc | Security Fund | $25,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Medical Center | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Yale New Haven Hospital | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Marthas Vineyard Hebrew Center | Annual Appeal | $20,000 |
| MV Youth Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Stratton Family Fund Limited | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Sustainable Markets Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leonard Bell
- Linda Bell
Questions people ask
Does The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Leonard Bell (Co-Trustee) and Linda Bell (Co-Trustee).
What does The Linda and Lenny Bell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and health.