Salin Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Salin Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,040 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $520 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$28,040
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$520
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was down from $88,750 the year before.
93% 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 | $10,250 | 4 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $88,750 | 6 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $28,040 | 14 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Salin 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 Salin Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $12,250 |
| Indiana | 6 | $11,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,750 |
| Illinois | 2 | $750 |
| Colorado | 1 | $540 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ by the Sea Church | Religious | $12,000 |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary | Religious | $7,500 |
| Matthew Zonghetti Scholarship Fund | Educational | $2,500 |
| Indianapolis Cultural Trail | Environmental | $1,000 |
| Iu Foundation Lung Cancer | Medical | $1,000 |
| Wpoa Fireworks Barge | Social services | $1,000 |
| All Roads - Boulder Shelter for Stacey Rooney | Social services | $540 |
| Carmelite Monastery | Reglious | $500 |
| Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation | Environmental | $500 |
| Jackson's Chance | Social services | $500 |
| Erika's Lighthouse | Environmental | $250 |
| Haymakers for Hope | Social services | $250 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Medical | $250 |
| Glioblastoma Research Organization | Medical | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- William N Salin II
- William N Salin III
- Samuel J Salin
Questions people ask
Does Salin Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Salin Foundation Inc give?
$28,040 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $520.
Who runs Salin Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists William N Salin II (Chairman), William N Salin III (Director) and Samuel J Salin (Director).
What does Salin Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and environment and conservation.