Wilson Thompson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wilson Thompson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $114,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$114,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.5 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $37,500 the year before.
82% 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 | $37,500 | 7 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $114,500 | 11 | $5.5 million |
How to apply
Wilson 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 Wilson Thompson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $93,500 |
| Illinois | 4 | $18,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alumni Association of the University of Michigan | General charitable purposes. | $50,000 |
| Western Michigan University | General charitable purposes. | $32,000 |
| Apolostolic Faith Church | General charitable purposes. | $11,000 |
| The Goodman Theater | General charitable purposes. | $5,000 |
| The University of Michigan | General charitable purposes. | $5,000 |
| Bible Baptist Church | General charitable purposes. | $3,000 |
| Third Millennium Ministries | General charitable purposes. | $3,000 |
| Ecumenical Senior Center | General charitable purposes. | $2,500 |
| Chicago Chapter Charities Foundation | General charitable purposes. | $1,000 |
| St Pauls Church | General charitable purposes. | $1,000 |
| Misericordia Home | General charitable purposes. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald E Thompson
- Kathleen Wilson Thompson
- Julie Gibson
Questions people ask
Does Wilson Thompson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wilson Thompson Family Foundation give?
$114,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Wilson Thompson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald E Thompson (President & Treasurer), Kathleen Wilson Thompson (Secretary) and Julie Gibson (Director).
What does Wilson Thompson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.