Mary Thompson Foundation
Accepts applications
Mary Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in St Clair Shores, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $239,600 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$239,600
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $217,700 the year before.
31% 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 | $214,500 | 29 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $217,700 | 31 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $239,600 | 35 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mrs Mary Roby PO Box 568, St Clair Shores, MI 48080 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (313) 886-2471 |
| What to submit | Foundation will provide forms upon request. |
| Restrictions | Restricted to programs and organizations that support the frail and elderly in Michigan. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Mary Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 34 | $234,600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wings Home | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | General purpose | $15,000 |
| The Helm | General purpose | $13,000 |
| Alpena Area Senior Citizens Council | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Detroit Opera | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Hannan Center | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Little Brothers | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Lori's Hands Inc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Lourdes Inc | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Respite Volunteers of Shiawassee | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Ironwood Carnegie Library | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Evangelical Homes of Michigan Foundation | General purpose | $8,600 |
| Accounting Aid Society | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Mittens for Detroit Inc | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Community Homeworks | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Ophthalmology | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Huron Valley | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Leader Dogs for the Blind | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Next Steps 4 Seniors Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Pace Southeast Michigan | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ypsilanti Meals on Wheels | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Dexter Senior Citizens Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Greater Emmanuel Ministries | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Great Lakes Chamber Music | General purpose | $4,500 |
| New Day Foundation for Families | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Furry Friends for Life | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Eversight | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Monroe County Opportunity Program | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Remedies in Rhythm Foundation | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Gay Elders of Metro Detroit | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Portage Zhang Senior Center City of Portage | General purpose | $1,000 |
| St Anne's Mead Society | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia R Gotfredson
- Gioconda McMillan
- Mary Roby
- Jana Brownell
- Mary Farley
- Cynthia Hempstead
- Catherine Shell
Questions people ask
Does Mary Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Mary Thompson Foundation give?
$239,600 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Mary Thompson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia R Gotfredson (Treasurer), Gioconda McMillan (Secretary), Mary Roby (Grants Chairman) and Jana Brownell (President) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Mary Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly seniors, faith communities and arts and culture.