Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Tuscumbia, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $19,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$55,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$19,250
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $55,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $55,000 | 5 | $987,302 |
| 2024 | $55,000 | 5 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $55,000 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $55,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Thornton Career Tec | To accomplish our charitable purpose | $19,250 |
| Northwood United Methodis | To accomplish our charitable purpose | $19,250 |
| Boyds Chapel United Metho | To accomplish our charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| Greenhill United Methodis | To accomplish our charitable purpose | $5,500 |
| University of North Alaba | To accomplish our charitable purpose | $5,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Horace A Willis
Questions people ask
Does Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Allen and Christine B Thornton Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Horace A Willis (Trustee).