Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation is a private foundation in Vernon Hills, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $33,700 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$33,700
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$946,481
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $72,500 the year before.
100% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $4,500 | 2 | $827,231 |
| 2023 | $72,500 | 3 | $906,563 |
| 2024 | $33,700 | 23 | $946,481 |
How to apply
Thomas H and Donna M Stone 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.
What Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $14,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,500 |
| California | 4 | $4,100 |
| Colorado | 7 | $3,600 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Cmty Early Learning | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Voteriders | Humanitarian | $5,000 |
| Genessys Works Chicago | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Climate Reality Project | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Inside Climate News | Humanitarian | $2,500 |
| Music for Food | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Illinois | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Colorado | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of California | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| Enriching Lives Through Music | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| Highland Park Community Foundation | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| New Century Chamber Orchestra | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| Reading Between the Lines | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| Wbez | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| WFMT | Humanitarian | $1,000 |
| Foundation for Hearing and Speech | Humanitarian | $500 |
| Telluride School District (Opera Angels) | Humanitarian | $500 |
| Telluride Volunteer Fire Department | Humanitarian | $500 |
| Sheep Mountain Alliance | Humanitarian | $250 |
| San Miguel Resource Center | Humanitarian | $150 |
| Medic Alert Foundation | Humanitarian | $100 |
| Pinhead Institute | Humanitarian | $100 |
| Telluride Adaptive Sports Program | Humanitarian | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna M Stone
- Thomas H Stone
- Kimberly Ellen Stone
- Thomas H Stone Jr
Questions people ask
Does Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation give?
$33,700 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donna M Stone (President), Thomas H Stone (Vice President), Kimberly Ellen Stone (Director) and Thomas H Stone Jr (Director).
What does Thomas H and Donna M Stone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and arts and culture.