Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $63,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$63,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$12,860
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was down from $74,708 the year before.
47% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $27,015 | 6 | $20,001 |
| 2023 | $107,319 | 12 | $19,583 |
| 2024 | $74,708 | 12 | $6,375 |
| 2025 | $63,500 | 15 | $12,860 |
How to apply
Thomas Joseph Charitable 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 Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Michigan. It also paid $5,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $35,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $5,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Woodside Bible Church | For general purposesfor general purposes | $15,000 |
| Grace Centers of Hope | For general purposes | $10,000 |
| Preborn | For general purposes | $5,000 |
| Dominican Sister of Charity | For general purposes | $5,000 |
| Divyabalaka Ashramam Charitable Trust (Indian Orphanage) | For general purposes | $4,000 |
| Launch A Missionary | For general purposes | $4,000 |
| Emmanuel Bible Church | For general purposes | $3,000 |
| Dream Centers | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Justice Ventures International | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Maranatha Church | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Mem Church | For general purposes | $2,500 |
| Monastry of Blessed Sacrament | General purposes | $2,500 |
| Cloistered Dominican Nuns | For generla purposes | $2,000 |
| You Version Bible App | General purposes | $2,000 |
| Shepherd's House Ministry | For general purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sherin Thomas
Questions people ask
Does Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation give?
$63,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sherin Thomas (Director).
What does Thomas Joseph Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.