The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,250 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $15,000. 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$78,250
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$965,898
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $66,750 the year before.
13% of its 2025 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 | $90,250 | 21 | $842,814 |
| 2024 | $66,750 | 17 | $955,445 |
| 2025 | $78,250 | 18 | $965,898 |
How to apply
The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family 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 The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 10 | $53,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $11,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $10,500 |
| Missouri | 2 | $3,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Church of Christ Scientist | Reading Room Fund and General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Camps Newfound Owatonna Corporation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Chestnut Hill Benevolent Association | Capital Campaign Fund | $10,000 |
| Christian Science Reading Room Metropolitan Seattl | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist | Reading Room Renovation Fund | $5,000 |
| First Church of Christ Scientist | Christian Science Reading Room Metropolitan Seattle Fund | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of King County | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| New Horizons Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Biblos Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Imagine Housing | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Longyear Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Peace Haven | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Recovery Cafe | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Sunrise Haven | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Asher Student Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Team Long Run | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Hillsdale College | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Michele T Parsons
- Thomas B Parsons
Questions people ask
Does The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation give?
$78,250 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michele T Parsons (Dir) and Thomas B Parsons (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The Thomas and Michele Parsons Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and youth programs.