Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $555,700 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$555,700
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$11.2 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was up from $468,460 the year before.
47% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $504,080 | 16 | $10.1 million |
| 2023 | $468,460 | 12 | $10.8 million |
| 2024 | $555,700 | 21 | $11.2 million |
How to apply
Clark and Charlene Thompson 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 Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 20 | $545,700 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Fine Arts Houston | General support | $100,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Inc | General support | $80,000 |
| Camp Allen Camp & Conference Center | Back to Nature Campaign | $50,000 |
| Saint Louise House | Childrens Resilience Fund | $50,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Inc | Scholarship fund | $40,000 |
| Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston | Meals on Wheels and AniMeals programs | $30,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters Lone Star | One-to-One Mentoring | $25,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| DePelchin's Children's Center | La Porte programs | $25,000 |
| TIRR Foundation | Moran Camp Xtreme | $20,000 |
| Holocaust Museum Houston | Lyndon Baines Johnson Moral Courage Award Dinner | $15,000 |
| Adam's Army | General support | $10,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | 2024 No Place for Hate Initiative | $10,000 |
| Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Inc | Llama & Alpaca Committee Support | $10,000 |
| Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston | IM Houston Tapestry Event | $10,000 |
| River Oaks Chamber Orchestra | General support | $10,000 |
| Saint Louise House | 2025 Game Changer Event | $10,000 |
| St Michael the Archangel Catholic Church | St. Vincent de Paul Society and the Gabriel Project | $10,000 |
| The Church of St John the Divine | General support | $10,000 |
| YMCA Camp Cullen | General support | $10,000 |
| West University Place | Safe Sitter program | $5,700 |
Officers and trustees
- Randall E Evans
- Allan J Maierson
- Ann Francese
Questions people ask
Does Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation give?
$555,700 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Randall E Evans (President / Trustee), Allan J Maierson (Treasury / Secretary / Trustee) and Ann Francese (Trustee).
What does Clark and Charlene Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, arts and culture and faith communities.