Grants paid in 2024
22 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saammecklenberg EndowmentWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $100K |
| The Kennedy Center (national Symphony Orchestra)Washington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $75K |
| Jarc FloridaBoca Raton, FL | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25K |
| Jewish Foundation for Group HomesRockville, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25K |
| The Kennedy CenterWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $25K |
| B'nai Israel Congregation and Talmud TorahRockville, MD | To support capital improvements to maintain or prolong the useful life of the thelma and melvin lenkin education and activities building | $20K |
| DC Jewish Community CenterWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $20K |
| National Gallery of ArtWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $20K |
| Phillips CollectionWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $10K |
| Sibley Memorial HospitalWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $10K |
| Capital Area Food BankWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $5,000 |
| Saamtruettner EndowmentWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Foundation of AmericaNew York, NY | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue SquadBethesda, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Childrens Inn at NihBethesda, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Colby Museum of ArtWaterville, ME | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Jill's HouseVienna, VA | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| Joey's FoundationWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| John Carroll High SchoolWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| JssaRockville, MD | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| St John's College High SchoolWashington, DC | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
| WetaArlington, VA | To assist charity in its stated goal | $1,000 |
By state: District of Columbia 12 · Maryland 5 · Florida 1 · Virginia 2 · New York 1 · Maine 1
About this foundation
Thelma and Melvin Lenkin Family Charitable Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Washington, District of Columbia, administered in care of Thelma Z Lenkin, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Thelma and Melvin Lenkin Family Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Thelma and Melvin Lenkin Family Charitable Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $350K across 22 grants, a median of $5,000.
Where does Thelma and Melvin Lenkin Family Charitable Foundation Inc give?
District of Columbia (12 grants), Maryland (5 grants), Florida (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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