George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Loveland, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $60,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $11,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$11,000
- Assets$986,919
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $50,000 the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,000 | 17 | $933,225 |
| 2024 | $60,000 | 23 | $986,919 |
How to apply
George and Louise Thornton 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 George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 13 | $39,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $7,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Front Range Christian Church | Education fund, benevolence fund, building fund, special needs room | $11,000 |
| Open Stage Theatre Company | Student and educators night, endowment fund | $6,000 |
| Bynum School | General fund | $4,500 |
| Poudre High School | Ged assistance and ib digital theatre | $4,000 |
| Great Falls Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Csu Theatre Endowment | General fund | $4,000 |
| Loveland High School | Teacher support | $4,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | General fund | $2,000 |
| Siop Foundation | Scholarship fund | $2,000 |
| Horsetooth Swim | General fund | $2,000 |
| Bethesda Chevy Chase Iwla | General fund | $2,000 |
| Depauw University | Erdmann fund | $2,000 |
| The Toy Game and Puzzle Library | Provide resources and opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to play together | $2,000 |
| Team River Runner | General fund | $1,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General fund | $1,500 |
| Cherokee Trail High School | High school girl's softball team | $1,500 |
| Thompson School District | Ged assistance | $1,500 |
| Fort Collins Childrens Theatre Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| American Whitewater | General fund | $1,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | General fund | $1,000 |
| Ecuadorian Rivers Institute | General fund | $500 |
| Yaku Churis | Ecuadorian conservation association | $500 |
| Canon City Pregnancy Center | Pregnancy and family services for fremont county and surrounding areas | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Louise F Thornton
- George C Thornton
- Charles L Thornton
- Julia T Cherry
- Lara T Tabola
- Toby Tabola
Questions people ask
Does George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Louise F Thornton (President), George C Thornton (Director), Charles L Thornton (Director) and Julia T Cherry (Foundation Mgr.) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does George and Louise Thornton Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.