Foundations that fund organizations in Linton, Indiana
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Linton nonprofits
4 private foundations gave $37K to Linton organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 4 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Linton around $16K. 2 of these funders are based in Indiana; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 4
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 4 that state a policy
- Dollars to Linton
- $37K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $16K
- Based in IN
- 50%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Linton organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Smithville Charitable Foundation Inc | Ellettsville, IN | 1 | $19K | $19K | Yes | General |
| Linton Lodge 866 Bpo Elks Charities | Linton, IN | 1 | $16K | $16K | Preselected only | Charitable |
| Bissell Pet Foundation | Grand Rapids, MI | 1 | $1,180 | $1,180 | Yes | Grateful Pet |
| Tractor Supply Company Foundation | Brentwood, TN | 2 | $500 | $250 | Yes | Hometown heroes donation |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Linton, Indiana?
The Smithville Charitable Foundation Inc, Linton Lodge 866 Bpo Elks Charities, Bissell Pet Foundation, Tractor Supply Company Foundation reported grants to Linton organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Linton. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.