Lindemann Abend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lindemann Abend Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $176,670 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,050 and the largest $80,000. 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$176,670
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,050
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $103,104 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 | $98,685 | 20 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $103,104 | 10 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $176,670 | 20 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Lindemann Abend 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 Lindemann Abend Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $115,000 |
| New York | 11 | $56,600 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $70 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund | General & unrestricted | $80,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of SE & North Florida | General & unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Metropolitan Opera Association Inc | General & unrestricted | $20,000 |
| ACLU | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| New York Presbyterian Hospital | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Wnyc Radio | General & unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Palm Beach Opera Inc | General & unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Seed Savers Exchange | General & unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County Inc | General & unrestricted | $1,400 |
| United Way of Palm Beach County Inc | General & unrestricted | $1,100 |
| Central Park Conservancy | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Citymeals on Wheels | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Doe Fund Inc | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Marshall Project | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Weill Cornell Medicine | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Young Concert Artists Inc | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Covenant House | General & unrestricted | $600 |
| Chabad of South Palm Beach Inc | General & unrestricted | $500 |
| Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens | General & unrestricted | $70 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Abend
Questions people ask
Does Lindemann Abend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lindemann Abend Foundation give?
$176,670 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,050.
Who runs Lindemann Abend Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carol Abend (Pres / Dir / Sec).
What does Lindemann Abend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, faith communities and health.