Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chevy Chase, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,200 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,050 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$86,200
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,050
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,500 the year before.
70% 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 | $101,800 | 11 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $70,500 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $86,200 | 10 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust 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 Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $27,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $7,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,100 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Fertility Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Signature Theatre | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Coast Guard Foundation | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Capital Jewish Museum | General operating support | $3,600 |
| American Red Cross | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Camp No Limits | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Running Strong for American Indian Youth | General operating support | $2,500 |
| Tunnel to Towers | General operating support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Stuart L Bindeman
- Jennifer L Bindeman
- Julie Bindeman Belgard
- Cheryl Bindeman
Questions people ask
Does Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust give?
$86,200 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,050.
Who runs Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Stuart L Bindeman (President), Jennifer L Bindeman (Secretary-Treasurer), Julie Bindeman Belgard (Vice President) and Cheryl Bindeman (Board Member).
What does Stuart & Martha Bindeman Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and youth programs.