Mothershead Foundation
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 35-1844375 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$91K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$4.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
16% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard School | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $12,250 |
| Franklin College | Franklin, IN | General operations | $11,250 |
| Children's Museum of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,185 |
| Crown Hill Heritage Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Woodstock Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $10,000 |
| Farmhouse Foundation | Kansas City, MO | General operations | $5,000 |
| Indiana Historical Society | Indianapolis, IN | Festival of trees | $2,972 |
| Indianapolis Zoo | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $2,500 |
| Indiana State Fair Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $2,500 |
| Holiday Park Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,250 |
| Indianapolis Garden Club | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Indy Humane | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $1,000 |
| Ford Wilson Race of Champions | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $376 |
| Salvation Army | Indianapolis, IN | General operations | $250 |
| Dahlia Hill Society | Midland, MI | General operations | $100 |
| Arbor Day Foundation | Lincoln, NE | General operations | $25 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $90,658 | 18 |
| 2023 | $137,560 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523149349102447
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-1844375
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
Facts on this page come from the foundation's own IRS Form 990-PF filings as published by the IRS. Grantvello does not know whether a foundation is accepting proposals right now: a past grant is not an open opportunity. Always confirm current guidelines with the funder before applying.