Toomer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Toomer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,700 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 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$103,700
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $96,350 the year before.
33% 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 | $75,080 | 23 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $96,350 | 31 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $103,700 | 28 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Toomer 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 Toomer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 25 | $95,200 |
| Oregon | 1 | $4,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Operations | $10,000 |
| United Way | Operations | $10,000 |
| Butler University | Operations | $8,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $8,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $6,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $5,100 |
| Indianapolis Symphony | Operations | $5,000 |
| Teenworks | Operations | $5,000 |
| Watch US Farm | Operations | $5,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $5,000 |
| Servants at Work | Operations | $4,000 |
| Down Syndrome of in | Operations | $4,000 |
| Best Buddies of in | Operations | $4,000 |
| Post Partum Support Int | Operations | $4,000 |
| Village of Merici | Operations | $4,000 |
| Individual | Operations | $2,500 |
| Individual | Operations | $2,500 |
| Park Tudor | Operations | $2,500 |
| Assist League Indianapolis | Operations | $2,000 |
| United Charitable | Operations | $2,000 |
| Indpls Reportory Theatre | Operations | $1,000 |
| Iu Foundation | Operations | $1,000 |
| Wfyi | Operations | $600 |
| Individual | Operations | $500 |
| Individual | Operations | $500 |
| Acton Academy | Operations | $500 |
| Gleaners | Operations | $500 |
| Individual | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Linda Toomer
- Jerry Toomer
Questions people ask
Does Toomer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Toomer Family Foundation give?
$103,700 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Toomer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Linda Toomer (Trustee) and Jerry Toomer (Trustee).
What does Toomer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.