Linder Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyLake Villa, Illinois · EIN 84-2879235 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$68K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$804K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
80% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Il Food Bank | Geneva, IL | Solve hunger | $20,000 |
| Bernie's Book Bank | Lake Bluff, IL | Support for literacy and education | $15,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department | Los Angeles, CA | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| LA Regional Food Bank | Los Angeles, CA | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | LA Crosse, WI | Support for military veterans | $5,000 |
| Animal Wellness Foundation | Marina Del Ray, CA | Disaster relief | $5,000 |
| Cincinnati Zoo | Cincinnati, OH | Support for animals | $2,500 |
| Mayo Foundation | Rochester, MN | Support for healthcare | $2,500 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | Pasadena, CA | Support for animals | $2,500 |
| Aspca | New York, NY | Prevention of cruelty to animals | $2,000 |
| Chicago District Golf Association | Lemont, IL | Support for vets/ adaptive sports | $1,000 |
| Town of Delavan Fire Department | Delavan, WI | Environmental support | $1,000 |
| Hear2heart Pet Lifeline | LA Crose, WI | Support for animals | $1,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Atlanta, GA | Cancer support | $500 |
| Harrisburg Elementary School | Indian Land, SC | Support for education | $345 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $68,345 | 15 |
| 2024 | $39,702 | 6 |
| 2023 | $47,761 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631069349100228
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-2879235
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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