The Madeline Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Madeline Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.7 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $65,432 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$65,432
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$42.4 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.5 million the year before.
13% 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 | $1.7 million | 25 | $40.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 26 | $46.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.7 million | 25 | $42.4 million |
How to apply
The Madeline 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 The Madeline Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 23 | $3.5 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $65,432 |
| Virginia | 1 | $65,432 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Living Classrooms Foundation | Unrestricted | $1.1 million |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Unrestricted | $679,484 |
| Baltimore Squashwise Inc | Unrestricted | $280,978 |
| Planned Parenthood of Maryland | Unrestricted | $178,679 |
| Rebuild Metro | Unrestricted | $178,679 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School | Unrestricted | $172,956 |
| Baltimore School for the Arts Foundation | Unrestricted | $163,634 |
| Cylburn Arboretum Association | Unrestricted | $157,708 |
| Thread | Unrestricted | $157,708 |
| Walters Art Museum | Unrestricted | $102,342 |
| Center for Urban Families | Unrestricted | $78,854 |
| International Rescue Committee | Unrestricted | $65,432 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted | $65,432 |
| World Central Kitchen | Unrestricted | $65,432 |
| Backyard Basecamp Inc | Unrestricted | $39,427 |
| Chesapeake Outward Bound | Unrestricted | $39,427 |
| Soccer Without Borders | Unrestricted | $31,877 |
| Baltimore Abortion Fund | Unrestricted | $24,817 |
| Bryn Mawr School | Unrestricted | $15,939 |
| Center Stage Associates Inc | Unrestricted | $15,939 |
| Maryland Family Network | Unrestricted | $15,939 |
| Enoch Pratt Free Library | Unrestricted | $10,905 |
| Hope | Unrestricted | $8,389 |
| Irvine Natural Science Center | Unrestricted | $5,872 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca D Henry
- Harry S Gruner
Questions people ask
Does The Madeline Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Madeline Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $65,432.
Who runs The Madeline Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca D Henry (President) and Harry S Gruner (Vice President).
What does The Madeline Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.