Thomas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $674,030 the year before.
56% 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 | $674,030 | 12 | $16.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 18 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
Thomas 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 Thomas Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $435,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $275,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $125,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
| Idaho | 2 | $80,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $80,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Feeding America | Humanity | $250,000 |
| Plant for the Planet Foundation | Environment | $210,000 |
| Leaf | Education | $110,000 |
| Gettysburg Foundation | Education | $100,000 |
| Doctors Without Boarders | Humanitarian care | $100,000 |
| Trees for the future | Education | $100,000 |
| Sustainable Harvest International | Environment | $90,000 |
| Our City Forest | Environment | $50,000 |
| Ameri Cares | Humanity | $50,000 |
| Better Together Animal Alliance | Humanity | $50,000 |
| Family Education and Support Services | Education | $40,000 |
| Child Care Action Council | Education | $40,000 |
| Angels On Stage | Education | $35,000 |
| American Forests | Environment | $35,000 |
| Sandpoint Senior and DayBreak Centers | Humanitarian care | $30,000 |
| Khan Academy | Education | $30,000 |
| Hyde Park Dance | Education | $25,000 |
| Feed The Children | Humanity | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet McKeough
- Robert Thomas
- Brian Thomas
Questions people ask
Does Thomas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas Family Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Thomas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet McKeough (President & Chairman of the Bo), Robert Thomas (Cfo) and Brian Thomas (Secretary).
What does Thomas Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and youth programs.