The LendingTree Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The LendingTree Foundation is a private foundation in Charlotte, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,660 in 190 grants; the typical grant was $103 and the largest $3,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$72,660
- Number of grants190
- Typical grant$103
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees98%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
98% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 21 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $72,660 | 190 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
The LendingTree 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 LendingTree Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 28 states, the most to North Carolina. It also paid $50 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 73 | $29,769 |
| Washington | 20 | $7,614 |
| Texas | 8 | $6,853 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $4,214 |
| Colorado | 12 | $3,887 |
| California | 10 | $2,655 |
| New York | 10 | $2,574 |
| South Carolina | 11 | $2,170 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $1,801 |
| Virginia | 5 | $1,615 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Talented Girls in Action - Tgia | To support the fundraising efforts of Fall semester | $3,000 |
| Dottie Rose Foundation | Campaign project or program 24K for 2024 Spring Fundraiser | $2,826 |
| Samaritans Purse | To support the fundraising efforts of Hurricane Helene Relief | $1,925 |
| Northwest Ultimate Association | General Support | $1,750 |
| Whitaker Elementary School Circle of Commitment Inc | General Support | $1,542 |
| American National Red Cross | Campaign, project or program NC Helene Recovery | $1,528 |
| Forgotten Now Family Rescue Co | General Support | $1,525 |
| Allegro Organizational Solutions Inc | Other RefugeHopeBerlin.HTY | $1,500 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | General Support | $1,500 |
| Pilgrim | General Support | $1,500 |
| Rethink Priorities | General Support | $1,500 |
| Southern Baptist Convention | General Support | $1,500 |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints | General Support | $1,500 |
| The Piedmont Triad Church Inc | General Support | $1,500 |
| Valor Soccer | Donation As A Gift For general scholorships | $1,500 |
| Wake Forest University | Campaign, project or program Wake Forest Fund- Pro Humanitate Society | $1,500 |
| The Raining Season | General Support | $1,400 |
| Ridgeway Free Library Assoc | General Support | $1,375 |
| Peace Lutheran Church | Other Education | $1,350 |
| United Mission for Relief and Development UMR | General Support | $1,303 |
| Marvin Ridge Mavericks Athleticsbooster Club Inc | Campaign project or program MRHS Track and Field Team | $1,205 |
| Oakland Baptist Church | General Support | $1,200 |
| Mission Enablers International | To support the fundraising efforts of Susan Bissett's Free the Girls Program | $1,165 |
| Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York Inc | Donation As A Gift A contribution to Jehovah's organization. | $1,162 |
| Jain Samaj of Colorado | In honor of Bhanumati Chimanlal Shah | $1,131 |
| Denver Diaconal Conference Inc | General Support | $1,127 |
| Aum Education Society of Carolinas Inc | In memory of Balkrishna Tatkare | $1,050 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina Inc | General Support | $1,026 |
| Friends of Wayne County Fair | Donation As A Gift | $1,000 |
| Techies Robotics Incorporated | General Support | $972 |
| Lay Association of Christian Missionaries Inc | General Support | $802 |
| Carolina Raptor Center Inc | Donation As A Gift | $775 |
| Junior League of Gaston County NC Inc | Donation As A Gift 2023 Donation Match | $757 |
| Scholars Academy Foundation for the Gifted | General Support | $610 |
| Common Wealth Charlotte | General Support | $550 |
| Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | Campaign project or program NoDa Softball | $540 |
| Coalition for Rainforest Nations Secretariat | Donation As A Gift | $539 |
| Beloved Asheville | General Support | $534 |
| Love for Kenya | General Support | $525 |
| Beds for Kids Inc | Campaign project or program NoDa Softball | $512 |
Officers and trustees
- Jill Olmstead
- April Whitlock
- Dana Barker
- Carla Shumate
- Doug Lebda
Questions people ask
Does The LendingTree Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The LendingTree Foundation give?
$72,660 in tax year 2024, across 190 grants, with a typical grant of $103.
Who runs The LendingTree Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jill Olmstead (Chairman / Director), April Whitlock (Executive Director), Dana Barker (Secretary / Director) and Carla Shumate (Treasurer / Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The LendingTree Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.