Edmund B Thornton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edmund B Thornton Foundation is a private foundation in Ottawa, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,800 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $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$1,800
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$22,521
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $26,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $0 | 0 | $62,934 |
| 2024 | $26,000 | 1 | $32,112 |
| 2025 | $1,800 | 4 | $22,521 |
How to apply
Edmund B Thornton 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mendota Museum & Historical Society | Operating costs | $500 |
| Illinois Valley Intertribal | Pow wow supplies | $500 |
| Dickinson House Foundation | Repairs | $500 |
| Ottawa Pads Shelter | Purchase supplies | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan J Thornton
- Kristina M Fogarty
Questions people ask
Does Edmund B Thornton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edmund B Thornton Foundation give?
$1,800 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Edmund B Thornton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan J Thornton (President) and Kristina M Fogarty (Secretary).