Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mesa, Arizona. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $137,500 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$137,500
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$50.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 8 | $48.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 10 | $50.0 million |
How to apply
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc 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 Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $1.3 million |
| Arizona | 2 | $282,350 |
| Colorado | 2 | $275,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $137,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $137,500 |
| New York | 1 | $137,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $137,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joslin Diabetes Center | Diabetes research | $1.2 million |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundat | Support the high risk type i diabetes program | $146,100 |
| University of Colorado Denver | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Boston College | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Regents of the University of Colora | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Yale University | Diabetes research | $137,500 |
| Banner Health Foundation | Type 1 diabetes patient education support | $136,250 |
Officers and trustees
- James G Lecheminant
- Robert L Packard
- Brent D Ellsworth
Questions people ask
Does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $137,500.
Who runs Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James G Lecheminant (Director), Robert L Packard (President) and Brent D Ellsworth (Vp/Secretary).
What does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.