The Lindell Foundation Inc
The corporation is organized exclusively for charitable purposes, more specifically to assist persons who are homeless, poor, veterans, addicts, etc. The corporation shall at all times be operated exclusively for charitable and educational purposes within the meaning of section 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue service of 1986, as now enacted or hereafter amended (the "code"), and the corporation shall engage in such acts which may be necessary, incidental, or desirable in the accomplishment of the foregoing purposes all assets and funds of the corporation, whether income or principal assets of the corporation, and whether acquired by gift or contribution or otherwise, shall be devoted to said purposes.
The Lindell Foundation Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $18,246
- -1.1% vs 2020
- Revenue (2021)
- $18,241
- -53.1% vs 2020
- Expenses (2021)
- $17,512
- -55.9% vs 2020
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who The Lindell Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2020, annual grant giving ranged from $15K (2020) to $80K (2019). In 2020 it made 1 grant totaling $15K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Detroit Blight Busters Detroit, MI | Help Those in Critical Need | $15,000 |
Ready to take the next step with The Lindell Foundation Inc?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $18,246 | $18,241 | $17,512 | — | — |
| 2020 | $18,441 | $38,883 | $39,732 | $15,000 | 1 |
| 2019 | $20,303 | $171,152 | $189,726 | $80,000 | 2 |
About The Lindell Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Lindell Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, based in Chaska, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2021. As of 2021, the organization holds $18K in total assets.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Lindell Foundation Inc is led by Michael Lindell, President since 2020 (on filings since 2019); none of the 6 officers listed in 2021 report compensation.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Michael Lindell
President
Chairman → President, 2020
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Cronin
Executive Director
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jerry Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Doug Wardlow
Recording Secretary
Board Member → Recording Secretary, 2020
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Larry Ross
Vice President
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Lavelle
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Robert Dees (2019) — Recording Secretary
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2021. "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 The Lindell Foundation Inc
How large is The Lindell Foundation Inc?
The Lindell Foundation Inc reported $18K in total assets on its 2021 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $18K.
What is The Lindell Foundation Inc?
The Lindell Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, based in Chaska, MN. It holds $18K in total assets as of 2021.
Where does The Lindell Foundation Inc operate?
The Lindell Foundation Inc has awarded grants in Georgia, Michigan.
What is The Lindell Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Lindell Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-4226443. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS June 9, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2021
Live grants for the work The Lindell Foundation Inc funds
Mental Health & Crisis Intervention Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in The Lindell Foundation Inc's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders with grantees in common, and similar funders in Minnesota
DTE Energy Foundation
Detroit, MI
DTE Energy Foundation funds community transformation, human needs, economic development, education, employment, and environmental initiatives, primarily in Michigan. Its 2024 grants had a median of about $10,000, though amounts ranged from $100 to $1.2 million. Its general application process is invitation-only, but it has offered open calls for specific Michigan programs.
Assets
$129.1M
Grants
442
Total Given
$15.8M
Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Detroit, MI
The Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan funds nonprofits working in economic opportunity, health equity, youth and education, arts and culture, and public space and the environment across seven southeast Michigan counties. Its 2024 grants had a median of $25,000, though awards varied widely; organizations begin with a brief proposal, and selected applicants are invited to submit a full application.
Assets
$1.2B
Grants
938
Total Given
$105.1M
Comerica Charitable Foundation
Cincinnati, OH
The Comerica Charitable Foundation supports economic and community development, education, human services, and equity, primarily through regional, state, and local organizations in Texas, Michigan, California, Arizona, and Florida. In 2025, its four grants ranged from $5,000 to $3,364,120, with a median of $142,250. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$2.9M
Grants
4
Total Given
$3.7M
Invest Detroit Foundation
Detroit, MI
Invest Detroit Foundation supports community development and neighborhood revitalization, including real estate projects, affordable housing, and locally owned small businesses, primarily in Detroit and the surrounding region. Its 2024 grants ranged from about $6,000 to $178,000, with a median of $25,000. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.
Assets
$208.6M
Grants
13
Total Given
$602K
Dinello Family Foundation
Naples, FL
The Dinello Family Foundation provides general support to charitable organizations across several states, including New York, Texas, Michigan, and California, with grants in 2024 ranging from $200 to $37,760 and a median of $1,445. It funds only preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$1.1M
Grants
12
Total Given
$74K
Max M & Marjorie S Fisher Foundation
Southfield, MI
The Foundation supports Jewish life, early childhood and families, arts and culture, impact investing, and legacy, with much of its giving focused in Michigan, especially the Detroit area. In 2024, grants ranged from $630 to $1.29 million, with a median of about $48,000. It does not accept unsolicited funding requests; applications are by invitation, except for special projects.
Assets
$280.0M
Grants
189
Total Given
$15.3M
More similar funders
More Funders in Minnesota
The filing figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0. About GrantGraph Open
Figures come from The Lindell 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.
The Lindell Foundation Inc down — hundreds of funders to go?