Lindy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lindy Foundation is a private foundation in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $836,334 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$836,334
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $532,742 the year before.
86% 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 | $532,742 | 3 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $836,334 | 7 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Lindy 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 Lindy Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $686,458 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drexel University Drexel Univerity | General | $500,000 |
| Culturetrust Greater Philadelphia Culturetrust Greater Philadelphia | General | $75,000 |
| Urban Affairs Coalition Urban Affairs Coalition | General | $56,458 |
| Giffords Law Center Giffords Law Center | General | $50,000 |
| Drexel University for Drexel Hillel Drexel University for Drexel Hillel | General | $50,000 |
| Arden Theater Arden Theater | General | $2,500 |
| Valley Youth House Valley Youth House | General | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elaine Lindy
- Alan Lindy
- Frank Lindy
Questions people ask
Does Lindy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lindy Foundation give?
$836,334 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Lindy Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elaine Lindy (Trustee), Alan Lindy (Trustee) and Frank Lindy (Trustee).
What does Lindy Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.