Helen Thoele Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Helen Thoele Family Foundation is a private foundation in Noblesville, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,085 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $775 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$48,085
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$775
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$959,277
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,545 the year before.
30% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $45,540 | 26 | $0 |
| 2024 | $45,545 | 31 | $929,847 |
| 2025 | $48,085 | 26 | $959,277 |
How to apply
Helen Thoele 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 Helen Thoele Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 20 | $41,235 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $225 |
| Ohio | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gleaners Food Bank | General Charitable | $10,000 |
| Noblesville Boys Girls Club | General Charitable | $5,000 |
| Shepherd Center of Hamilton County | General Charitable | $3,950 |
| Faces Low Cost Animal Clinic | General Charitable | $3,000 |
| Fido | General Charitable | $3,000 |
| Hamilton County Low Spayed Clinic | General Charitable | $3,000 |
| Back to Basic Project | General Charitable | $3,000 |
| Wheeler Mission | General Charitable | $3,000 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $2,400 |
| Voyageurs Conservancy | General Charitable | $2,000 |
| Rocky Mountain National Park | General Charitable | $2,000 |
| Great Smoky Mountains Association | General Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ambassadors For God's Creatures | General Charitable | $1,000 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $550 |
| Newfields | General Charitable | $500 |
| Turkey Run State Park | General Charitable | $500 |
| The Farm at Prophetstown | General Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of Charlestown State Park | General Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of McCormick Creek | General Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of Shawnee National Forest | General Charitable | $500 |
| Kids Clays | General Charitable | $250 |
| Friends of Fort Harrison State Park | General Charitable | $250 |
| Eagle Creek Park Foundation | General Charitable | $235 |
| Individual | General Charitable | $225 |
| Westcott House | General Charitable | $125 |
| United Way of Wells County | General Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen Thoele Stalder
Questions people ask
Does Helen Thoele Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Helen Thoele Family Foundation give?
$48,085 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $775.
Who runs Helen Thoele Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Helen Thoele Stalder (Foundation Mgr.).
What does Helen Thoele Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and youth programs.