Thompson Dean Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thompson Dean Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $819,563 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $24,546 and the largest $500,000. 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$819,563
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$24,546
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$295,345
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
40% of its 2024 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 | $1.3 million | 11 | $35,741 |
| 2024 | $819,563 | 10 | $295,345 |
How to apply
Thompson Dean 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 Thompson Dean Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Iowa. It also paid $22,092 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $192,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $65,000 |
| New York | 3 | $40,471 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia Gift Account | Charitable contribution | $500,000 |
| Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Game Conservancy USA | Charitable contribution | $65,000 |
| Zoological Society Palm Beach | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society | Charitable contribution | $27,000 |
| Oswald's | Charitable contribution | $22,092 |
| The Boys Club of New York | Charitable contribution | $17,500 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| The Rainforest Fund | Charitable contribution | $12,971 |
| Northern Trust Fao Everglades Foundation Inc | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thompson Dean III
- Caroline W Dean
- Hume R Steyer
Questions people ask
Does Thompson Dean Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thompson Dean Family Foundation give?
$819,563 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $24,546.
Who runs Thompson Dean Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thompson Dean III (Chairman), Caroline W Dean (President, Dir) and Hume R Steyer (Secretary).
What does Thompson Dean Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.