Orchard Charities
Preselected recipients only
Orchard Charities is a private foundation in Orem, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $887,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 and the largest $280,000. 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$887,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$280,000
- Assets$42,051
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $451,305 the year before.
61% 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 | $451,305 | 19 | $14,829 |
| 2024 | $887,500 | 18 | $42,051 |
How to apply
Orchard Charities 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 Orchard Charities funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 17 | $877,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uvu Foundation | To suppore the foundation in ensuring uvuremains an open and flexible approach to attaining a degree from a place of higher learning. | $280,000 |
| BYU Athletics | To build a distinctive athletic program that prominentlypromotes the values of byu by developingscholar-athlete leaders who are ambassadors for good. | $200,000 |
| Stella H Oaks Foundation | To provide scholarships that enable single mothersto receive the education and skills training they need to support their children. | $125,000 |
| Hope 4 Orem | To support charity in preventing suicide inlocal communities | $50,000 |
| Huntsman Mental Health Foundation | To transform mental health care throughcommunity, research, clinical, and education initiatives. | $50,000 |
| Hale Center Foundation | To provide innovative, professionalfamily theatre and theatreeducation that elevates our community | $50,000 |
| Bridle Up Hope | To inspire hope, confidence, and resiliencein girls and women through horsesand habits. | $30,000 |
| Now I Can Foundation | To support charity in assisting childrenwith disabilities reach their fullpotential and greatest independence | $25,000 |
| Roots of Humanity | To create spaces and experiences whereindividuals can discover their shared humanity. | $25,000 |
| Fight Against Domestic Violence Foundation | To generate resources for domestic violencesurvivors and service providers through corporate,individual, and community partnerships. | $10,000 |
| Peace Through Music | To connect people with instruments, teachers,and events that prioritize music asa catalyst for peace | $10,000 |
| Mentors International | Lifting generations around the world from poverty to prosperity through mentoring,business and vocational training. | $10,000 |
| Hobble Creek Bicycle | To help create safer and more enjoyable bicyclingenvironment in springville and mapleton. | $10,000 |
| Run Elite Program | To support program in developing utahs olympic-leveltalent by connection current pros with theircommunities and local youth. | $5,000 |
| Live Your Dream Foundation | To support single-mother families by providing for single morthers who desire to gainan education to better provide for their family. | $4,500 |
| Southland Elementary PTO | To enhance the educational experienceof students through programs and events | $1,000 |
| Hobble Creek PTA | To enhance the educational experienceof students through programs and events | $1,000 |
| Orem Elementary PTA | To help every child realize his/herfull potential and will. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janis Lindley
- Corey Lindley
- Matt Jensen
Questions people ask
Does Orchard Charities accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Orchard Charities give?
$887,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Orchard Charities?
Its 2024 filing lists Janis Lindley (Director), Corey Lindley (Director) and Matt Jensen (Director).
What does Orchard Charities fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.