Augusta Read Thomas and Bernard Rands Trust
Accepts applications
Augusta Read Thomas and Bernard Rands Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,745 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,300 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$28,745
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,300
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.4 million
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,120 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $947,761 |
| 2024 | $28,120 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $28,745 | 18 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2025 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
| Contact | Art and BR Trust 330 S Michigan Ave 1804, Chicago, IL 60604-4343 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 306-8112 |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 14 | $19,345 |
| New York | 2 | $6,700 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,700 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Program service grant | $5,000 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,950 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,950 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,760 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,700 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,700 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,300 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,300 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,300 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,300 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,285 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Porgram service grant | $1,200 |
| Individual | Program service grant | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Augusta Read Thomas
- Bernard Rands
- Phil Pierick
- Maria Savannah
Questions people ask
Does Augusta Read Thomas and Bernard Rands Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Augusta Read Thomas and Bernard Rands Trust give?
$28,745 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,300.
Who runs Augusta Read Thomas and Bernard Rands Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Augusta Read Thomas (Trustee), Bernard Rands (Trustee), Phil Pierick (Director) and Maria Savannah (Director).