James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation is a private foundation in Oxford, Mississippi. In tax year 2024 it gave $200,720 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $57,600. 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$200,720
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$57,600
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2024 was down from $279,620 the year before.
22% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $241,720 | 10 | $5.4 million |
| 2023 | $279,620 | 8 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,720 | 9 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
James M Thomas and Luvie C 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 James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 6 | $185,720 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baptist Health Foundation | Fund baptist memorial leake, attala & yazoo summer extern nursing program | $57,600 |
| Mississippi Baptist Convention | Fund disaster relief efforts | $50,000 |
| First Baptist Church Carthage Mississippi | Fund special projects of first baptist church, carthage, ms | $30,000 |
| Mississippi Baptist Foundation | Fund scholarships for seminary students | $26,000 |
| Mississippi College | Fund current and endowed scholarships | $15,000 |
| Tom Harrison Pastoral Ministries | Fund educational ministries | $10,000 |
| East Central Community College Foundation Inc | Fund annual scholarships | $7,120 |
| Mountain Brook City Schools Council PTO | Fund innovative educational initiatives | $4,000 |
| All in Mountain Brook | Fund community education on challenges facing youth | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Thomas Barnes
- James K Dossett Jr
- Amy Thomas Crawford
- Ashley Crawford Jones
- Laura Crawford Rackley
Questions people ask
Does James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation give?
$200,720 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Thomas Barnes (President), James K Dossett Jr (Vice-President/Secretary), Amy Thomas Crawford (Treasurer) and Ashley Crawford Jones (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does James M Thomas and Luvie C Thomas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.