Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Larchwood, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $63,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$180,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$63,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $170,000 | 3 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,000 | 3 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $180,000 | 3 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust 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 Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 3 | $180,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tuff Memorial Home Apartment FDTN | Support for entity's non-profit purpose of providing safe and caring living quarters and personal services for individuals in need. | $90,000 |
| Bethlehem Lutheran Church | Primarily for the maintenance, repair, and renovations of the church building, church parsonage and church cemetery. | $63,000 |
| Hills Fire Department | Support for entity's non-profit purpose of providing fire protection and rescue operations. | $27,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dean H Goettsch
- Rodney B Bonander
- Eric Hoyme
Questions people ask
Does Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust give?
$180,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $63,000.
Who runs Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Dean H Goettsch (Co-Trustee), Rodney B Bonander (Co-Trustee) and Eric Hoyme (Co-Trustee).
What does Paul R Thompson & Bertha M Thompson Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and community development.