The Lindley Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lindley Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $159,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$159,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2025 was up from $145,750 the year before.
69% 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 | $132,250 | 6 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $145,750 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $159,500 | 13 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
The Lindley Family 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 Lindley Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 12 | $149,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Pumpkin Park | General support | $50,000 |
| Houston Zoo | General support | $22,500 |
| Coastal Preservation & Restoration | General support | $15,000 |
| Good Samaritan Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Friends of Whidbey State Parks | General support | $10,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | General support | $10,000 |
| Wells Recovery Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Cassie's Place | General support | $10,000 |
| St Luke's United Methodist Church | General Support | $5,000 |
| Astros Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Buffalo Bayou Partnership | General support | $5,000 |
| The Menninger Clinic Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| St John's School | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven J Lindley
- Shelli M Lindley
- Matthew J Lindley
- Jenna A Lindley
Questions people ask
Does The Lindley Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lindley Family Foundation give?
$159,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Lindley Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steven J Lindley (President), Shelli M Lindley (Vice President), Matthew J Lindley (Director) and Jenna A Lindley (Director).
What does The Lindley Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.