The Solstice Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Solstice Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $254,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $27,500. 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$254,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was up from $223,500 the year before.
61% 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 | $237,500 | 17 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $223,500 | 16 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $254,000 | 20 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
The Solstice 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 Solstice Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 8 | $111,500 |
| California | 6 | $80,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $35,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Odyssey Inc | General & Unrestricted | $27,500 |
| Atlanta Union Mission Corporation HCSR | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Chris 180 Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Project Lemonade Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Direct Relief | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| NBCC | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Propel Atl Inc | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| California Community Foundation | Wildfire Recovery Fund | $10,000 |
| Direct Relief | To support the California Wildfire Response efforts | $10,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Program for Early Parent Support | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Project Lemonade Inc | Basic Needs Fund / SNAP Benefits relief | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Georgia Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | To support World Central Kitchen's Relief team efforts in response to the California wildfires | $10,000 |
| Childrens Healthcare of Atlanta Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| UNICEF USA Impact Fund for Children Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Shepherd Center Foundation Inc | 2025 Women Shaping Shepherd | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Briana Lindenbaum
- Carol Lindenbaum
- David Lindenbaum
- Josh Lindenbaum
- Kendall Lindenbaum
- Lauren Lindenbaum
- Mark Lindenbaum
- Todd Lindenbaum
Questions people ask
Does The Solstice Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Solstice Foundation Inc give?
$254,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Solstice Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Briana Lindenbaum (Dir), Carol Lindenbaum (Dir), David Lindenbaum (Dir) and Josh Lindenbaum (Dir, Sec) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Solstice Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and youth programs.