Linehan Family Foundation Inc
Linehan Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Baltimore, Maryland. In 2024, it reported 14 grants totaling $428,107, with grant purposes listed as program support.
Linehan Family Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Linehan Family Foundation Inc gave $428K across 14 grants in 2024 (avg $31K), mostly in Maryland. 29% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $428,107
- +197.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 14
- -30.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $30,579
- +324.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $11,361,502
- +83.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 29% first-time grantees (4 of 14, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Maryland (68% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Linehan Family Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 901 South Bond Street Ste 400, Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: (410) 796-6131
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Linehan Family Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Johns Hopkins University ($100K). Together the top 10 received $424K.
Grant Size Distribution
139 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 134 grants of 139 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 68% of grant dollars went to recipients in Maryland, 14% to New Jersey, 12% to Indiana, 6% to Florida, and less than 1% to Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 14 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Linehan Family Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
29%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 14 grantees (29%) were first-time recipients. With only 14 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $22K; repeat grants $34K. How we count
Medians: $13K first-time, $25K repeat.
- 21% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 811% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 116% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 $47K (2021) to $536K (2020). In 2024 it made 14 grants totaling $428K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $100,000 |
| Roca Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $100,000 |
| Hopeworks Camden Camden, NJ | Program Support | $62,000 |
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN | Program Support | $50,000 |
| Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $29,857 |
| Catholic Charities Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $25,000 |
| St John Neumann High School Naples, FL | Program Support | $25,000 |
| St Ignatius Church Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $25,000 |
| Caves Valley Golf Club Foundation Owings Mills, MD | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Baltimore Squash Wise Baltimore, MD | Program Support | $2,500 |
Ready to take the next step with Linehan Family Foundation Inc?
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 | $11,361,502 | $7,732,980 | $553,252 | $428,107 | 14 | $450,556 | $5,312,219 | $388,927 |
| 2023 | $6,187,108 | $2,505,681 | $186,147 | $144,135 | 20 | $145,257 | $1,777,078 | $361,155 |
| 2022 | $4,392,968 | $1,079,802 | $148,369 | $117,713 | 20 | $120,827 | $1,054,088 | $362,190 |
| 2021 | $3,558,953 | $4,784,420 | $65,994 | $47,000 | 15 | $47,000 | $216,931 | $210,327 |
| 2020 | $2,804,778 | $226,080 | $558,828 | $535,934 | 70 | — | $210,451 | $168,164 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Linehan Family Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $389K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 filings list program support as the purpose of its grants.
The grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Johns Hopkins University says its mission is to educate students, foster independent and original research, and bring the benefits of discovery to the world. Caves Valley Golf Club Foundation says it aims to improve young people’s lives through golf and the values associated with the game.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 14 grants totaling $428,107. Grants ranged from $250 to $100,000, and the median grant was $25,000. The largest listed grants were $100,000 each to Johns Hopkins University and ROCA, followed by $62,000 to Hopeworks Camden and $50,000 to the University of Notre Dame. Other listed grants included $29,857 to Cristo Rey Jesuit High School, $25,000 each to Catholic Charities, St John Neumann High School, and St Ignatius Church, and $5,000 to Caves Valley Golf Club Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Darielle D Linehan as president; Earl L Linehan as secretary/treasurer; Debbie Finnell as assistant secretary; and John D Linehan, Brendan E Linehan, and Charles M Linehan as trustees.
Linehan Family Foundation Inc is led by Darielle D. Linehan, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 6 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Darielle D. Linehan
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brendan E. Linehan
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Charles M. Linehan
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John D. Linehan
Trustee
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Debbie Finnell
Assistant Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Earl L. Linehan
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
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 Linehan Family Foundation Inc
How much does Linehan Family Foundation Inc give each year?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc gave $428K across 14 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $144K across 20 grants.
What is Linehan Family Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $30,579, across 14 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Linehan Family Foundation Inc that year got $22K on average.
Where does Linehan Family Foundation Inc give grants?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc gives mostly in Maryland: 68% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were New Jersey (14%) and Indiana (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Baltimore, MD (8 grants).
Does Linehan Family Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 14 grants with a stated purpose on Linehan Family Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (14 grants).
Who are Linehan Family Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Johns Hopkins University ($100,000), Roca ($100,000) and Hopeworks Camden ($62,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 61% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Linehan Family Foundation Inc?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc reported $11.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $451K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $389K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Linehan Family Foundation Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 filings list program support as the purpose of its grants. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Linehan Family Foundation Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Linehan Family Foundation Inc's EIN?
Linehan Family Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-1853307. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Linehan Family Foundation Inc accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Linehan Family Foundation Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Maryland
Baltimore Community Foundation Inc
Baltimore, MD
Baltimore Community Foundation supports schools, neighborhoods, and community projects, including work on kindergarten readiness, student well-being, neighborhood vitality, and arts and culture. Its 2024 grants had a median of about $19,800, with amounts varying widely, and its strategic school and neighborhood grants focus on Baltimore City and Baltimore County. It invites applications through its online portal for specified grant programs.
Assets
$314.3M
Grants
604
Total Given
$29.3M
Brown Advisory Charitable Foundation Inc
Baltimore, MD
The foundation supports program work in higher education, health care, education and job training, human services, the arts, and community-based efforts. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $387,250, with a median of $2,500; funding was concentrated in Maryland and South Carolina. It accepts requests from organizations beyond a preselected list, and the filing says awards are geographically restricted but does not specify the boundaries.
Assets
$5.3M
Grants
157
Total Given
$3.3M
France-Merrick Foundation Inc
Baltimore, MD
The Foundation funds one-time, project-based work in civic and culture, community and economic development, conservation, education, health and human services, and historic preservation, mainly in greater Baltimore and elsewhere in Maryland. Its 2025 grants ranged from $100 to $305,000, with a median of $22,370. It accepts unsolicited requests through a rolling letter-of-inquiry process; proposals are by invitation.
Assets
$192.7M
Grants
184
Total Given
$10.1M
Annie E Casey Foundation Inc
Baltimore, MD
The Annie E. Casey Foundation funds U.S. nonprofits and other partners working to improve outcomes for children and young people, including family strengthening, child welfare, education, employment, community development and juvenile justice. In 2024, grants ranged from $50 to $1,185,000, with a median of $40,000. Grants are by invitation only; it does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$2.3B
Grants
1,462
Total Given
$93.1M
The United Way of Central Maryland Inc
Baltimore, MD
United Way of Central Maryland funds community organizations and projects addressing basic needs, family stability, education, housing, health, and economic advancement in Baltimore City and Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Harford, and Howard counties. Its 2025 grants ranged from $5,067 to $461,984, with a median of $15,078; specific opportunities use competitive applications, but the profile does not state whether general unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$51.1M
Grants
216
Total Given
$10.6M
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg
Owings Mills, MD
The Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation funds direct services, programs, general operations, and capital projects in housing, health, jobs, education, and aging for low-income and vulnerable people. Its 2024 grants had a median of $50,000; its Small Grants Program offers up to $50,000 over two years, with funding focused on Baltimore, Hawaiʻi, Israel, and Northeastern Pennsylvania. It awards grants by invitation only and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.8B
Grants
872
Total Given
$127.8M
More similar funders
More Funders in Maryland
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Linehan Family Foundation Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 6, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/linehan-family-foundation-inc-morg_dd1891ae590445219fa3c888925861a7
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_521853307_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{Linehan Family Foundation Inc funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/linehan-family-foundation-inc-morg_dd1891ae590445219fa3c888925861a7},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-06. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from Linehan Family Foundation Inc's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Linehan Family Foundation Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?