Thomson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Faribault, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $80,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $6,667 and the largest $14,000. 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$80,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$6,667
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $70,000 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $80,000 | 11 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Thomson 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 Thomson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $40,100 |
| Virginia | 3 | $20,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $9,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shattuck-St Mary's School | Support | $14,000 |
| Project Able | Support | $13,000 |
| Ft Knox Middle High School | Support | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Support | $9,900 |
| Tidewater Winds | Support | $6,667 |
| Doorway Singers | Support | $6,667 |
| Rhythm Project of Virginia Arts Fes | Support | $6,666 |
| Faribault Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Grace & Glory | Support | $5,000 |
| Believet Canine Service Partners | Support | $3,000 |
| Park Avenue United Methodist Church | Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Grunnet
- Peter Grunnet
- Kirsten Grunnet
Questions people ask
Does Thomson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomson Family Foundation give?
$80,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $6,667.
Who runs Thomson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Grunnet (Trustee), Peter Grunnet (Trustee) and Kirsten Grunnet (Trustee).
What does Thomson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.