Meehleis Sinclair Family Foundation
Historical FunderLodi, California · EIN 86-1410515 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $2,500.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MEEHLEIS SINCLAIR FAMILY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 1303 E LODI AVENUE, LODI CA 95240 |
| Phone | 2033344637 |
| Form and materials | SUBMIT WRITTEN REQUEST WITH FINANCIAL NEED, BROCHURE OF ORGANIZATION, PROPOSAL STATING USE OF FUNDS AND DESIRED OUTCOMES. |
| Deadlines | NO DEADLINE REQUIRED |
| Restrictions | NONE - PURPOSE IS TO SUPPORT OTHER IRC SECTION 501(C)(3) CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, LITERARY, EDUCATIONAL, OR RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS FOR GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospice of San Joaquin | Stockton, CA | General operations | $5,000 |
| Lodi Fire Foundation | Woodbridge, CA | General operations | $2,500 |
| St Judes Children Research Hospital | Memphis, TN | General operations | $2,000 |
| Various Qualified Charities 500 Eac | Lodi, CA | General operations | $1,500 |
| Lodi Police Foundation | Lodi, CA | General operations | $1,000 |
| Lodi High School Basketball | Lodi, CA | General operations | $600 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,600 | 8 |
| 2024 | $19,750 | 8 |
| 2023 | $28,915 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611839349100311
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-1410515
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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