Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation is a private foundation in Mount Dora, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $129,541 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$129,541
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $130,650 the year before.
33% 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 | $197,937 | 18 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $130,650 | 18 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $129,541 | 16 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Charles B & Mary M McLin 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 Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 16 | $129,541 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Sumter State College Foundatio | Scholarships | $25,000 |
| Adventhealth Waterman Foundation | Edwin budge mead scholarship program for healthcare careers | $25,000 |
| GROW Healthy Kids | Grow recess program | $20,000 |
| Adi Foundation Inc | Audio description initiative program | $10,000 |
| Golden Triangle YMCA | Teacher appreciation breakfast & youth sports programs | $9,041 |
| Florida Storytelling Assn | Florida literacy week & enrichment programs for 18 lake cnty K-12 schools | $7,200 |
| Meaningful Milestone Academy | New classroom equip & materials | $6,000 |
| Education Foundation of Lake County | Take stock in children program | $5,000 |
| Individual | Educational related equip & curriculum needs | $5,000 |
| Easter Seals Florida Inc | Educational support for camp challenge attendees & staff | $5,000 |
| The Learning Curve Academy | Books & curriculum needs for students facing financial hardship | $5,000 |
| Arc Sunrise of Central Florida | Adult day training program for disabled | $3,500 |
| Jane Austen Fest Mount Dora | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Mount Dora Christian Academy | Athletic booster club membership & scoreboard adv | $1,000 |
| Mount Dora Community Trust | Mt dora teacher legacy ops fund, youth philanthropy fund | $500 |
| MDHS Hurricane Boosters Inc | Tropical storm sidewalk logo sponsorship | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- First Natl Bank Mount Dora
Questions people ask
Does Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation give?
$129,541 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists First Natl Bank Mount Dora (Trustee).
What does Charles B & Mary M McLin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.