The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $72,000 in 7 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$72,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $269,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $269,000 | 41 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $72,000 | 7 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
The Laney and Pasha Thornton 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 The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $47,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Corporation of the Fine Arts Museums | General charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| New Horizons Foundation | General charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| New Zealand Olympic Committee | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Neighbors for A Better SF | General charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Roadds Foundation | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Laney Thornton
- Pasha D Thornton
- Russell Hamilton
Questions people ask
Does The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation give?
$72,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists W Laney Thornton (President/Director), Pasha D Thornton (Secretary/Treasurer) and Russell Hamilton (Executive Director).
What does The Laney and Pasha Thornton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.