Tines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tines Foundation is a private foundation in Jenks, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $453 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $300. 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$453
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$300
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $621 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 | $621 | 4 | $0 |
| 2025 | $453 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
Tines 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 Tines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300 |
| Oregon | 1 | $100 |
| California | 1 | $53 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| News Literacy Project | Good Works | $300 |
| Individual | Good Works | $100 |
| Wikipedia | Good Work | $53 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Tines
Questions people ask
Does Tines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tines Foundation give?
$453 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Tines Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Tines (Executive Dir.).
What does Tines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.