JD Finish Line Foundation Inc
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Indianapolis, Indiana. It supports efforts related to safety, equity and access, including workforce development, health and wellness, and positive action for underrepresented voices.
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: JD Finish Line Foundation Inc gave $2.2M across 131 grants in 2024 (avg $17K), top state Indiana. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,163,290
- +45.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 131
- +13.9% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $16,514
- +27.4% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $13,063,908
- +10.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Indiana (49% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to JD Finish Line Foundation Inc
- Review Cycle
- The listed application periods are April 1–May 15 for health and wellness, June 1–July 15 for workforce development, and September 1–October 15 for safe communities.
- Deadline
- The listed application periods are April 1–May 15 for health and wellness, June 1–July 15 for workforce development,…
- Contact
Application contact: Marty Posch
Mailing address: 3308 North Mitthoeffer Road, Indianapolis, IN 46235
Phone: (317) 899-1022
Website: https://finishline.com
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from JD Finish Line Foundation Inc
Who JD Finish Line Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana ($338K). Together the top 10 received $1.3M.
Grant Size Distribution
382 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 360 grants of 382 (94%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s Louder Than Words grants serve communities across the country, including its corporate Indianapolis neighborhood. In 2024, 49% of grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana, 14% to Illinois, 13% to Georgia, 5% to California, and 3% to Ohio.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 131 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How JD Finish Line Foundation Inc gives
- 20% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 22% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $898K (2020) to $2.2M (2024). In 2024 it made 131 grants totaling $2.2M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana Indianapolis, IN | Mobile Pantry Program and Huddle for Hunger | $338,000 |
| Girls Inc National Resource Center Indianapolis, IN | national partnership payment; together sponsorship | $265,000 |
| 100 Black Men of America Atlanta, GA | National Partnership Payment | $250,510 |
| Feeding America Chicago, IL | National Partnership Payment | $250,000 |
| Keep Indianapolis Beautiful Inc Indianapolis, IN | General Operating Support | $70,000 |
| 100 Black Men of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Golf Outing | $37,100 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver Denver, CO | 2024 Annual Partnership Fee | $30,000 |
| City of Spencer Beverly Hills, CA | Community Voices | $25,000 |
| Precious Dreams Foundation New York, NY | Comfort Shop; GALA | $17,500 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | 2024 Blue Door Gala; 2024 Fore the Kids | $17,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,063,908 | $3,581,540 | $3,310,270 | $2,163,290 | 131 | $3,274,976 | $539,201 | $237,150 |
| 2023 | $11,793,690 | $3,121,359 | $2,901,940 | $1,490,295 | 115 | $2,885,255 | $287,737 | $459,857 |
| 2022 | $10,011,697 | $3,357,510 | $2,956,710 | $1,849,514 | 63 | $2,924,792 | $675,495 | $473,151 |
| 2021 | $11,855,339 | $3,466,653 | $2,655,861 | $1,772,529 | 55 | $2,623,291 | $1,086,341 | $518,771 |
| 2020 | $11,188,448 | $1,487,599 | $1,720,985 | $898,234 | 18 | — | $253,270 | $474,781 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, JD Finish Line Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $237K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated aim is to create a lasting community impact through safety, equity and access. Its stated focus areas include workforce development initiatives, health and wellness programs, and positive action for underrepresented voices. The current Louder Than Words grant cycles focus on health and wellness, workforce development, and safe communities.
Its 2024 grantees included organizations with varied missions. Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana said its mission is to advance equitable access to nutritious food and address conditions causing food insecurity. 100 Black Men of America described its mission as improving quality of life and educational and economic opportunities in communities. Feeding America said it works to advance change by ensuring equitable access to nutritious food. Other recipients included organizations whose stated work involves youth development, vibrant public spaces, support for children and young adults in foster care or shelters, and inclusive communities.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 131 grants totaling $2,163,290. Grants ranged from $20 to $338,000, with a median grant of $10,000. The largest awards included $338,000 to Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana for its Mobile Pantry Program and Huddle for Hunger; $265,000 to Girls Inc National Resource Center for a national partnership payment and Together sponsorship; $250,510 to 100 Black Men of America for a national partnership payment; and $250,000 to Feeding America for a national partnership payment. Other notable grants included $70,000 to Keep Indianapolis Beautiful for general operating support and $37,100 to 100 Black Men of Indianapolis for a golf outing.
The Louder Than Words program currently offers grants of up to $10,000. Applicants use the foundation’s website to complete an eligibility quiz and apply. The 2024 filing names Marty Posch as the application contact. The program information states that eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations; its cycles address health and wellness, workforce development, and safe communities.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc is led by Merlelynn Ball, Chairwoman since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 8 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Merlelynn Ball
Chairwoman
Vice Chairwomen → Vice Chairwoman, 2023
Vice Chairwoman → Chairwoman, 2024
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kasey Jackson
Chairwoman
New on the 2024 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Arianne Parisi
Director
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Hall
Director
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mark Clark
Director
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Pratt
Director
New on the 2024 filing
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tina Grantham
Secretary
On filings since 2020
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jacqueline Sykora
Treasurer
On filings since 2022
4 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (10)
- Former: Debra Bradley (2020–2023) — Director · Filing note: Ended 6/2023
- Former: Martin Posch (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Jessica Lane (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Marlon Berry (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Michael Gibboney (2020–2022) — Director & Treasurer
- Former: Ryan Brady (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Alyssa Smith (2020) — Director
- Former: Bill Benner (2020) — Director
- Former: Matt Poske (2020) — Director
- Former: Steve Schneider (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about JD Finish Line Foundation Inc
How much does JD Finish Line Foundation Inc give each year?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc gave $2.2M across 131 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.5M across 115 grants.
What is JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $16,514, across 131 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does JD Finish Line Foundation Inc give grants?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's top state is Indiana, with 49% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Illinois (14%) and Georgia (13%). The most frequent recipient cities were Indianapolis, IN (46 grants), Chicago, IL (4 grants), Cleveland, OH (3 grants) and Atlanta, GA (2 grants).
Does JD Finish Line Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Occasionally: 6% of JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (8 of 131) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Louder Than Words" (41 grants), "Safe Communities" (12 grants) and "Community Voices" (11 grants).
Who are JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana ($338,000), Girls Inc National Resource Center ($265,000) and 100 Black Men of America ($250,510), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 39% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is JD Finish Line Foundation Inc?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc reported $13.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.3M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $237K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does JD Finish Line Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated aim is to create a lasting community impact through safety, equity and access. Its stated focus areas include workforce development initiatives, health and wellness programs, and positive action for underrepresented voices. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from JD Finish Line Foundation Inc?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check finishline.com for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's EIN?
JD Finish Line Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2059749. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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