Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in San Marino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $208,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $175,000. 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$208,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$84,943
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $151,905 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $138,630 | 6 | $331,707 |
| 2024 | $151,905 | 8 | $201,653 |
| 2025 | $208,000 | 6 | $84,943 |
How to apply
Thomas N Felgner 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.
What Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $177,000 |
| California | 4 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University | Educational | $175,000 |
| Polytechnic School | Educational | $15,000 |
| Interwoven Church | Educational | $6,000 |
| Pasadena Humane | Educational | $5,000 |
| Poly Relief | Educational | $5,000 |
| Duke-FUQUA | Educational | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Felgner
Questions people ask
Does Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation give?
$208,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Felgner (Trustee).
What does Thomas N Felgner Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.