Thompson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thompson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $214,331 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$214,331
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $224,116 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $224,116 | 21 | $50,163 |
| 2024 | $214,331 | 20 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Thompson Family 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.
What Thompson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 17 | $193,831 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,500 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ateam Ministries | Support, encouragement & overhead & | $25,000 |
| Breast Cancer Research Fdn of Al | Prevent and cure breast cancer | $25,000 |
| The True Vine International Church | Support for organizations goals | $25,000 |
| US Israel Education Assn | Support for educational programs | $25,000 |
| Knowledge Rhythm & Understanding | Support organization goals | $15,000 |
| The Center for Executive Leadership | Support for programs of the center | $15,000 |
| Greater B'ham Habitat for Humanity | Support for organizational goals | $14,831 |
| Aspen Education Foundation | Support for organizational goals | $12,500 |
| Birmingham Jewish Federations Inc | Support & nurturing jewish life | $10,000 |
| Church of the Highlands | Support for organization goals | $10,000 |
| Levite Jewish Community Center | Support & nurturing of jewish comm | $10,000 |
| Alabama Symphony Orchestra | Support of the symphony orch | $5,000 |
| Furman University | Support of the furman fund at furman | $5,000 |
| Mike Eskridge Foundation | Support organization goals | $5,000 |
| YWCA Central Al | Support the programs of the YWCA | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Support organizaitonal goals | $3,000 |
| Birmingham Museum of Art | Help fulfill organization goals | $1,000 |
| Community Ministry for Girls | Christian mentoringg for girls | $1,000 |
| First Baptist Church of Mobile | Support organizational goals | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Support for organizational goals | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean C Thompson
Questions people ask
Does Thompson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thompson Family Foundation give?
$214,331 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Thompson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jean C Thompson (Trustee).
What does Thompson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.