Barbara L Thomas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Barbara L Thomas Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Grande, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,250 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,250 and the largest $31,500. 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$56,250
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,250
- Largest grant$31,500
- Assets$973,974
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $64,000 | 3 | $740,411 |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 1 | $917,550 |
| 2025 | $56,250 | 4 | $973,974 |
How to apply
Barbara L Thomas 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 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $50,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Discipleship Driven Ministries Inc | General charitable | $31,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General charitable | $19,000 |
| Michael David Greene Memorial | General charitable | $5,500 |
| Individual | General charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Lane
- Douglas Lane
- Gay Lane
- Elisabeth Lane
- Judy Lane Wiggin
Questions people ask
Does Barbara L Thomas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Barbara L Thomas Foundation give?
$56,250 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,250.
Who runs Barbara L Thomas Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Lane (Foundation Manager), Douglas Lane (Trustee), Gay Lane (Trustee) and Elisabeth Lane (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.