Edgar A Thronson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edgar A Thronson Foundation is a private foundation in Greenville, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $162,358 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $130,000. 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$162,358
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $167,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $167,000 | 9 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $162,358 | 7 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Edgar A Thronson 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 Edgar A Thronson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 6 | $161,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $858 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Community Foundation | Capital campaign | $130,000 |
| St Peter Cathedral School | Help-a-student program | $15,000 |
| Brandywine Valley SPCA | Operations | $5,000 |
| Faithful Friends | Operations | $5,000 |
| Humane Animal Partners | Operations | $5,000 |
| Bellevue Community Center | Operations | $1,500 |
| Good News Jail & Prison Ministry | Operations | $858 |
Officers and trustees
- Cecelia L Dugan
- Donald C Dewees Jr
Questions people ask
Does Edgar A Thronson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edgar A Thronson Foundation give?
$162,358 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Edgar A Thronson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cecelia L Dugan (Trustee) and Donald C Dewees Jr (Trustee).
What does Edgar A Thronson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and animals.