Thomas Cholnoky Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas Cholnoky Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $47,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $21,000. 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$47,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$21,000
- Assets$981,163
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $46,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $40,500 | 7 | $881,981 |
| 2024 | $46,000 | 8 | $943,457 |
| 2025 | $47,500 | 11 | $981,163 |
How to apply
Thomas Cholnoky 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 Cholnoky Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $21,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $8,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $21,000 |
| The Lost Tree Foundation | General use | $3,500 |
| ALS One | General use | $3,500 |
| Greenwich Academy Scholarship Fund | General use/scholarship | $3,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation | General use | $3,000 |
| New Canaan Nature Center Scholarship Fund | General use/scholarship | $3,000 |
| Ukraine House DC Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| United Help Ukraine | General use | $2,500 |
| Stratton Mountain Community Foundation | General use | $2,500 |
| Trinity College | General use | $2,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas V Cholnoky
- Lisa Cholnoky
Questions people ask
Does Thomas Cholnoky Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas Cholnoky Foundation give?
$47,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Thomas Cholnoky Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas V Cholnoky (Director/Treasurer) and Lisa Cholnoky (Director/President).
What does Thomas Cholnoky Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and international.