Linden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Linden Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,100 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$39,100
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$433,809
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $39,100 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $33,000 | 13 | $392,173 |
| 2024 | $39,100 | 13 | $400,451 |
| 2025 | $39,100 | 13 | $433,809 |
How to apply
Linden 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 Linden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $21,000 |
| Illinois | 4 | $10,100 |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $5,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Everglades Foundation | General funding | $15,000 |
| Face the Future Foundation | General funding | $2,600 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Childrens Hospital of Chicago | General funding | $2,500 |
| Concern Worldwide | General funding | $2,500 |
| Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern Univeristy | General funding | $2,500 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | General funding | $2,500 |
| University of Chicago | General funding | $2,500 |
| Pine Lake Sailing School Inc | General funding | $2,000 |
| Gulfshore Playhouse | General funding | $1,500 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | General funding | $1,500 |
| Rcma | General funding | $1,500 |
| Salvation Army | General funding | $1,500 |
| Chenequa Foundation | General funding | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary P Ellis
- Janet B Ellis
Questions people ask
Does Linden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Linden Foundation give?
$39,100 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Linden Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary P Ellis (Director) and Janet B Ellis (Director).
What does Linden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.