James W Thornton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James W Thornton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Michigan City, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $8,931 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $2,000. 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$8,931
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$178,689
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,575 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,575 | 19 | $170,183 |
| 2024 | $8,931 | 19 | $178,689 |
How to apply
James W Thornton 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 James W Thornton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $6,331 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $900 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $300 |
| New York | 1 | $300 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $200 |
| Virginia | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Salvation Army | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Music of the Baroque | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General purpose | $700 |
| The Ethel Walker School | General purpose | $600 |
| Planned Parenthood | General purpose | $516 |
| WFMT Radio | General purpose | $500 |
| WTTW 11 | General purpose | $500 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General purpose | $500 |
| Illinois Nature Conservancy | General purpose | $309 |
| National Audubon Society | General purpose | $300 |
| American Red Cross | General purpose | $300 |
| Salisbury School | General purpose | $300 |
| Easter Seals | General purpose | $206 |
| Denison University Annual Fund | General purpose | $200 |
| Newberry Library | General purpose | $200 |
| Duke University Annual Fund | General purpose | $200 |
| Bga Association | General purpose | $200 |
| Alliance for Great Lakes | General purpose | $200 |
| Chatham Hall Annual Fund | General purpose | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Hilary A Thornton
- George A Thornton
- Belinda L Thornton
Questions people ask
Does James W Thornton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James W Thornton Family Foundation give?
$8,931 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs James W Thornton Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hilary A Thornton (President/Treasurer), George A Thornton (Vice President) and Belinda L Thornton (Secretary).
What does James W Thornton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and environment and conservation.