John R Thoren Charitable Trust
Accepts applications
John R Thoren Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Lake Mary, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $550,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $55,000 and the largest $275,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$550,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$55,000
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $200,000 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 | $200,000 | 7 | $77,286 |
| 2024 | $550,000 | 7 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | J Stephen Pullum P O Box 950610, Lake Mary, FL 32795-0610 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (407) 732-6510, mpullum@pullumlaw.com |
| What to submit | The trustees shall consider all qualified applications received from organizations that are exempt from taxation under the internal revenue code of the united states of america. The qualified organizations are those which are charitable, religious and educational. No part of any gift shall be used to influence legislation or to carry on propaganda, the sole object and purpose of the charitable trust being to further the cause of charity, education and religion. Preference in grant making shall be based on the folowin described considerations: a. Need b. The breath of support for the organization, as reflected by the numbers of other contributions and the amount given by them. C. Gifts may be made only for use within the united states or its possessions. D. The willingness of the orgnization to raise matching funds may be a consideration in order to qualify for the gift from the john r thren charitable trust. |
| Deadlines | May 15 is the deadline for filing gift requests that are to be considered at the annual trustee meet |
| Restrictions | The trustees shall consider all qualified applications received from organizations that are exempt from taxation under the internal revenue code if the united states. |
What John R Thoren Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $330,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $55,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $55,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $55,000 |
| California | 1 | $27,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $27,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church Orlando | Operations | $275,000 |
| Darlington School | Support boarding school operations | $55,000 |
| Oakland Presbyterian Church | Church operations | $55,000 |
| Thornwell Home for Children | Support childrens home operations | $55,000 |
| Uss Intrepid Association Inc | Preserve the gallant ship | $55,000 |
| American Theater Organ Society Inc | Preserve and promote theater organs | $27,500 |
| Antique Automobile Club of America | Preserve antique automobiles | $27,500 |
Officers and trustees
- J Stephen Pullum
- Marshall H Hux
Questions people ask
Does John R Thoren Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: May 15 is the deadline for filing gift requests that are to be considered at the annual trustee meet.
How much does John R Thoren Charitable Trust give?
$550,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $55,000.
Who runs John R Thoren Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists J Stephen Pullum (Co-Trustee) and Marshall H Hux (Co-Trustee).
What does John R Thoren Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.