The Thelma and Melvin Lenkin Family Charitable Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyWashington, District of Columbia · EIN 52-2071692 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $20,000.
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
45% of grants went outside District of Columbia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saammecklenberg Endowment | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $100,000 |
| The Kennedy Center (National Symphony Orchestra) | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $75,000 |
| Jarc Florida | Boca Raton, FL | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25,000 |
| Jewish Foundation for Group Homes | Rockville, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25,000 |
| The Kennedy Center | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25,000 |
| B'nai Israel Congregation and Talmud Torah | Rockville, MD | To support capital improvements to maintain or prolong the useful life of the thelma and melvin lenkin education and activities building | $20,000 |
| DC Jewish Community Center | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $20,000 |
| National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $20,000 |
| Phillips Collection | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $10,000 |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $10,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $5,000 |
| Saamtruettner Endowment | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of America | New York, NY | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad | Bethesda, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Childrens Inn at Nih | Bethesda, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Colby Museum of Art | Waterville, ME | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Jill's House | Vienna, VA | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Joey's Foundation | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| John Carroll High School | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Jssa | Rockville, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| St John's College High School | Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Weta | Arlington, VA | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $350,000 | 22 |
| 2023 | $310,000 | 17 |
| 2022 | $408,000 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620309349100507
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-2071692
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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