The Thompson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Thompson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Warren, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 56 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $175,200. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$175,200
- Assets$38.0 million
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
23% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 50 | $35.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 56 | $38.0 million |
How to apply
The Thompson 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 The Thompson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 41 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 1 | $34,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $25,300 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $22,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Covenant House Michigan | General support | $175,200 |
| Michigan Tech Fund | General support | $175,000 |
| Starfish Family Services Inc | General support | $125,000 |
| Turning Point Inc | General support | $115,000 |
| CS Mott Annual Fund | General support | $100,000 |
| Lasallian Fund de la Salle Collegiate | General support | $100,000 |
| Vista Maria | General support | $95,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | General support | $90,000 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | General support | $85,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $85,000 |
| Face Addiction Now | General support | $83,000 |
| Macomb County Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers | General support | $72,500 |
| Capuchin Soup Kitchen | General support | $61,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | General support | $50,000 |
| Vets Returning Home | General support | $50,000 |
| Kensington Child Sponsorship | General support | $45,000 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | General support | $34,000 |
| Covenant Academies Foundation | General support | $30,000 |
| Kensington Community Church | General support | $30,000 |
| Penrickton Center for Blind Children | General support | $30,000 |
| University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Ctr | General support | $30,000 |
| Behavioral Care Solutions | General support | $25,000 |
| National Right to Work Legal Defense & Education Foundation Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Pope Francis Center | General support | $25,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Hospital | General support | $22,000 |
| Mackinac Center for Public Policy | General support | $20,000 |
| Macomb County Rotating Shelter | General support | $20,000 |
| Hospice of Michigan | General support | $15,000 |
| Project Prevention Crack | General support | $15,000 |
| Samaritan Counseling Services | General support | $15,000 |
| Autistic Play Place | General support | $13,000 |
| Heal | General support | $13,000 |
| Humble Design | General support | $13,000 |
| Clinton River Watershed Council | General support | $10,000 |
| Free Methodist Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Special Olympics Michigan | General support | $10,000 |
| Wigs for Kids | General support | $10,000 |
| Wolverine Congressional Church | General support | $10,000 |
| Clarkston Scamp | General support | $8,000 |
| Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard K Thompson
- Linda Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Thompson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Thompson Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Thompson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard K Thompson (Pres/Treas/Secy) and Linda Davis (Director).
What does The Thompson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and health.