L T & Lina Gibson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
L T & Lina Gibson Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$260,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $155,000 the year before.
75% 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 | $0 | 0 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $155,000 | 3 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $260,500 | 4 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
L T & Lina Gibson 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $250,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,500 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US LBM Foundation | To help those in need also achieve their dreams | $250,000 |
| Puppies and Golf | To help connect humans and dogs with an emphasis on veterans | $5,000 |
| The Seed School of Miami | To support the miami boarding school | $5,000 |
| Place of Hope | To support children and families across palm beach and south florida | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- LT Gibson
- Lina Gibson
Questions people ask
Does L T & Lina Gibson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does L T & Lina Gibson Foundation give?
$260,500 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs L T & Lina Gibson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists LT Gibson (Director) and Lina Gibson (Director).