Flora Richardson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Flora Richardson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chesterton, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $85,900 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $22,450 and the largest $39,000. 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$85,900
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$22,450
- Largest grant$39,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $82,670 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 | $76,050 | 4 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $82,670 | 4 | $3.0 million |
| 2025 | $85,900 | 4 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Flora Richardson 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Flora Richardson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 4 | $85,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| In Dunes Environmental Learning Center | Elementary education programs | $39,000 |
| Shirley Heinze Land Trust | Educational | $38,000 |
| Indiana Dunes Birding Festival | Educational | $6,900 |
| Westchester Twp Historical Museum | Educational | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Timothy Kollar
- Paul Labus
- Jeannette Bapst
- Lynne Remington
- Gayle S Tonkovich
- Susan Alterio
- Penny Starin
- Barbara Plampin
- William Schaudt
Questions people ask
Does Flora Richardson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Flora Richardson Foundation Inc give?
$85,900 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $22,450.
Who runs Flora Richardson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Timothy Kollar (President), Paul Labus (Vice Preside), Jeannette Bapst (Treasurer) and Lynne Remington (Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Flora Richardson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.