Lins Institute of Science
Preselected recipients only
Lins Institute of Science is a private foundation in Waltham, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,060 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1,060 and the largest $1,060. 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$1,060
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1,060
- Largest grant$1,060
- Assets$263,894
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,050 the year before.
0% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,050 | 1 | $232,262 |
| 2025 | $1,060 | 1 | $263,894 |
How to apply
Lins Institute of Science 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $1,060 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UW Giving | Contribution | $1,060 |
Officers and trustees
- Chin S Lin
- Charles Y Lin
Questions people ask
Does Lins Institute of Science accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lins Institute of Science give?
$1,060 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1,060.
Who runs Lins Institute of Science?
Its 2025 filing lists Chin S Lin (President) and Charles Y Lin (Treasurer).