The Lindemann Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Lindemann Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,050 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $12,000. 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$56,050
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $57,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $78,400 | 23 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $57,500 | 25 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $56,050 | 20 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Lindemann Foundation Inc 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 Lindemann Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $48,050 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 3 | $2,000 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grateful Film Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $12,000 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | RM Schindler project | $10,000 |
| Bennington College | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Center for Early Education | Leading from the Center Campaign | $5,000 |
| Film Independent Inc | "Wild Animal" Project | $5,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | Jim Brink Memorial Student Assistance Scholarship Fund | $5,000 |
| Buckley School | Annual Fund Drive | $2,500 |
| Center for Early Education | Annual Fund Drive | $2,500 |
| Film Independent Inc | Patron Project | $2,500 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Earth Island Institute Inc | Plastic Pollution Coalition | $1,000 |
| Stella Adler Studio of Acting | Art of Acting Studio | $1,000 |
| All About Labs Nonprofit Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| All Seated in A Barn | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| California Professional Horsemens Association Foun | Tish Quirk Recovery Fund | $500 |
| Friends of Givat Haviva Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Redhot & Blue Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Women Make Movies Inc | "Big Rock Burning" Project | $500 |
| Creative Visions Foundation | Charitable Event | $300 |
| Earth Ways Foundation Inc | Equip our Kids | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Barbara Lindemann
- Blake Lindsley
- Bradford Schlei
Questions people ask
Does The Lindemann Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lindemann Foundation Inc give?
$56,050 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Lindemann Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Barbara Lindemann (Pres, Dir), Blake Lindsley (Dir, Sec, VP) and Bradford Schlei (Dir, Treas).
What does The Lindemann Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.