The Thomas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thomas Foundation is a private foundation in West Bloomfield, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $11,500 and the largest $95,000. 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$215,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$11,500
- Largest grant$95,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $180,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $178,500 | 13 | $6.1 million |
| 2022 | $164,500 | 13 | $5.2 million |
| 2023 | $177,000 | 13 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $180,000 | 12 | $5.0 million |
| 2025 | $215,500 | 12 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
The Thomas 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 The Thomas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $120,500 |
| New York | 1 | $95,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Breakthrough T1D | Scientific | $95,000 |
| Wayne State University School of Medicine | Scientific | $31,500 |
| Boldli | Medical | $15,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Social | $12,000 |
| Gleaners Community Food Bank | Social | $12,000 |
| Yad Ezra | Social | $12,000 |
| Higher Hopes | Social | $11,000 |
| Horizons Upward Bound | Education | $10,000 |
| United Negro College Fund | Education | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | Social | $3,000 |
| St Vincent & Sarah Fisher Center | Social | $3,000 |
| Michigan Aviation Educatin Foundati | Education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay Brody
- Patti M Uncapher
- Andrea Nichols
Questions people ask
Does The Thomas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thomas Foundation give?
$215,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $11,500.
Who runs The Thomas Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay Brody (Director), Patti M Uncapher (Director) and Andrea Nichols (Director).
What does The Thomas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and health.