The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $23.8 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $950,000 and the largest $5.0 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$23.8 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$950,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$75.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $6.8 million the year before.
60% 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 | $10.5 million | 14 | $77.4 million |
| 2024 | $6.8 million | 7 | $86.6 million |
| 2025 | $23.8 million | 16 | $75.4 million |
How to apply
The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner 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 Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 12 | $16.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $7.2 million |
| Florida | 1 | $460,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | General fund | $5.0 million |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | Blood cancer healing center fund | $5.0 million |
| Johnson Charitable Gift Fund | Keith and courtney lindner fund | $5.0 million |
| Ford's Theatre Society | Campus expansion campaign | $2.0 million |
| Christ Hospital Foundation | Lindner research & education center | $1.0 million |
| Cleveland Foundation | Lindner and thompson families resource fund | $1.0 million |
| Children's Theatre | General fund | $1.0 million |
| Back 2 Back Ministries | General fund | $1.0 million |
| City Gospel Mission | General fund | $900,000 |
| World Sports Inc | General fund | $460,000 |
| Horizon Community Church | General fund | $380,000 |
| Call of Love | General fund | $350,000 |
| Back 2 Back Ministries | Annual banquet | $250,000 |
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | Music for all campaign | $200,000 |
| Museum of the Bible Inc | General fund | $200,000 |
| City of Norwood | Support for cypress and waterworks parks. | $18,222 |
Officers and trustees
- Edyth B Lindner
- Lou Ann Flint
- Carl H Lindner III
- S Craig Lindner
- Keith E Lindner
Questions people ask
Does The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation give?
$23.8 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $950,000.
Who runs The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edyth B Lindner (President,trustee), Lou Ann Flint (Secretary,treasurer), Carl H Lindner III (Trustee) and S Craig Lindner (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Carl H and Edyth B Lindner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.