The Psalms Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Psalms Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.8 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$26.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
67% 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 | $1.1 million | 5 | $23.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 8 | $26.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.8 million | 17 | $26.5 million |
How to apply
The Psalms 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 Psalms Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 7 | $920,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $210,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $200,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $150,000 |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $52,069 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Accelerate Great Schools | General fund | $200,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General fund | $200,000 |
| FC Cincinnati Foundation | General fund | $200,000 |
| First Liberty Institute | General fund | $200,000 |
| University of Cincinnati Foundation | Matthew b lindner endowment and michael privitera, md endowed chair of the uc epilepsy center fund | $200,000 |
| New Generations | Sub-saharan africa | $150,000 |
| House of Hope Fellowship Church | General fund | $120,000 |
| Center for Christian Virtue | General fund | $100,000 |
| Mission Eurasia | School without walls | $100,000 |
| Illuminations Foundation | Aham 4 project | $52,069 |
| Cleveland Clinic Foundation | Caregiver catalyst grants / ceo transformation fund | $50,000 |
| Family Research Council Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Legacy Pointe Church | General fund | $50,000 |
| Mission Eurasia | Publishing children's bibles | $25,000 |
| Mission Eurasia | Gift of hope campaign | $25,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Larry and debby thompson support | $20,000 |
| Turning Point USA | General fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl H Lindner III
- Martha S Lindner
Questions people ask
Does The Psalms Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Psalms Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Psalms Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carl H Lindner III (Pres/Treas/Trustee) and Martha S Lindner (Vp/Secretary/Trustee).
What does The Psalms Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.