Tomlinson Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Tomlinson Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Boise, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $30,000 the year before.
78% 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 | $31,500 | 9 | $625,954 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 10 | $623,333 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
Tomlinson Foundation Inc 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 Tomlinson Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Idaho.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idaho | 8 | $20,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gonzaga | Fund educational scholarships | $10,000 |
| Boise Public School Foundation | Further charitable purpose of donee | $4,500 |
| Ada County Sheriff Employees Assoc | Further charitable purpose of donee | $3,000 |
| Dae Lou Foundation | Further charitable purpose of donee | $2,500 |
| Idaho Diaper Bank | Further charitable purpose of donee | $2,500 |
| Rays for Rare | To further charitable purpose of donee | $2,500 |
| Iea Childrens Fund | Further charitable purpose of donee | $2,500 |
| St Lukes Childrens Cancer Center | Further charitable purpose of donee | $1,250 |
| St Lukes Childrens Hospital | Furthe charitable purpose of donee | $1,250 |
Officers and trustees
- Gregory Tomlinson
- Richard J Tomlinson
- James R Tomlinson
Questions people ask
Does Tomlinson Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tomlinson Foundation Inc give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Tomlinson Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Gregory Tomlinson (President), Richard J Tomlinson (Vice President) and James R Tomlinson (Secretary).
What does Tomlinson Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.