William S & Nancy E Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William S & Nancy E Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $220,571 and the largest $850,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$220,571
- Largest grant$850,000
- Assets$79.1 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $19.9 million the year before.
75% 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 | $19.9 million | 7 | $74.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 4 | $79.1 million |
How to apply
William S & Nancy E Thompson 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $1.3 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $677 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Symphony | General support | $850,000 |
| Free Wheelchair Mission | General support | $391,142 |
| American National Red Cross | General support | $50,000 |
| Save the Children | General support | $677 |
Officers and trustees
- William S Thompson
- Nancy E Thompson
- Jennifer T Lavenson
- Donald C Thompson
- William S Thompson III
Questions people ask
Does William S & Nancy E Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William S & Nancy E Thompson Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $220,571.
Who runs William S & Nancy E Thompson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists William S Thompson (Trustee), Nancy E Thompson (Trustee), Jennifer T Lavenson (Cfo) and Donald C Thompson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.