Thorne Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thorne Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmette, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $68,050 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,500. 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$68,050
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,500
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
71% 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 | $47,840 | 15 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 7 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $68,050 | 15 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Thorne Family 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 Thorne Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 10 | $39,850 |
| Georgia | 2 | $15,600 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $2,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Messiah Lutheran Church | Provide financial support for the community to participate in religious activities. | $15,500 |
| Trevor Project Inc | Provide financial support | $10,000 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation DBA Wi Foundation and Alumni Association | Provide financial support | $10,000 |
| Individual | Provide financial support for scholarships | $10,000 |
| Sharon S Richardson Community Hospice | Provide financial support for individuals and their families who are utilizing hospice care. | $6,000 |
| Sheboygan Senior Community | Provide financial support | $5,500 |
| University of Wisconsin Madison School of Business | Provide financial support for scholoraships | $4,000 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth | Provide financial support for scholarships | $2,500 |
| Milwaukee School of Engineering | Provide financial support for scholarships | $2,000 |
| Univ of Madison & Nolan Bunnell - Evelyn Thorne Scholarship | Provide financial support for scholarships | $2,000 |
| Sheboygan Rotary Club Foundation | Provide financial support | $150 |
| Camp Evergreen Corporation Inc | Provide financial support | $100 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | Provide financial support | $100 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Provide finiancal support for housing for families with sick children | $100 |
| Washington Co Meals on Wheels | Provide financial support for elderly, disabled, or housebound individuals | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Norrita O Thorne
- Jeffrey L Thorne
- Michele H Thorne
Questions people ask
Does Thorne Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thorne Family Foundation give?
$68,050 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Thorne Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Norrita O Thorne (Trustee), Jeffrey L Thorne (Trustee) and Michele H Thorne (Trustee).
What does Thorne Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.