The Bindley Family Foundation Inc
Historical FunderIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 35-2015772 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JAMES F BINDLEY |
|---|---|
| Address | 8909 PURDUE ROAD SUITE 500, INDIANAPOLIS IN 46268 |
| Phone | 3174648144 |
| Form and materials | NO PARTICULAR FORM IS REQUIRED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | THE BINDLEY FAMILY FOUNDATION, INC. FOCUSES ITS GRANTMAKING ON PROGRAMS DESIGNED TO CREATE AND MAINTAIN HEALTHY FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. GRANT REQUESTS ARE BY INVITATION ONLY. |
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
37% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Phx Pediatric Health Initiative | Phoenix, AZ | Phoenix children's hospital | $30,000 |
| Brightlane Learning Corp | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $27,500 |
| El Dorado Foundation Inc | Scottsdale, AZ | Programs and operations | $12,500 |
| Cubs Charities Cubs for a Cure | Chicago, IL | Programs and operations | $10,000 |
| Friends of the Children of Haiti | Peoria, IL | Programs and operations | $10,000 |
| Live Like Braun Foundation | Hermosa Beach, CA | Programs and operations | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | Operations | $10,000 |
| Whitefish Community Foundation | Whitefish, MT | Programs and operations | $10,000 |
| The Trent Tyler Foundation | Carmel, IN | Programs and operations | $5,500 |
| Iwin Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $5,000 |
| Sundance Institute | Park City, UT | Programs and operations | $5,000 |
| The 174 Foundation Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $5,000 |
| Joy's House | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $3,500 |
| Angeliam Foundation | Carmel, IN | Programs and operations | $3,000 |
| Dove Recovery House for Women | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $2,500 |
| Second Helpings Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $2,500 |
| Heroes Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $2,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | Los Angeles, CA | Programs and operations | $2,000 |
| Foster Success | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $1,500 |
| Friends of Indy Animals Foundation | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $1,500 |
| Providence Cristo Ray School | Indianapolis, IN | Operations | $1,500 |
| A Longer Table | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $1,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $1,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | New York, NY | Programs and operations | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Jefferson County | Madison, IN | Programs and operations | $500 |
| Concerts for a Cause | Carmel, IN | Programs and operations | $500 |
| Crossroads of America Council Boy Scouts of America | Indianapolis, IN | Programs and operations | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $165,000 | 27 |
| 2024 | $130,250 | 25 |
| 2023 | $149,300 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611279349100516
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-2015772
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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