Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.9 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $600,000. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$42.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.8 million the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 10 | $33.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.8 million | 13 | $38.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.9 million | 10 | $42.4 million |
How to apply
Jon L & Beverly A 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 Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 5 | $1.7 million |
| Arizona | 1 | $500,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $450,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $175,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | Relief | $600,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Clean water | $500,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Directed to highest need | $500,000 |
| University of Florida Foundation | To support the douglas s. | $350,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | The greatest journey | $300,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Heal our patriots | $200,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Operation ultrasound | $175,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Nervous system repair | $100,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Persecuted christians | $100,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | Prostate cancer research | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon L Thompson
- Beverly A Thompson
- Bank of America N A
Questions people ask
Does Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jon L Thompson (Trustee), Beverly A Thompson (Trustee) and Bank of America N A (Agent for Fiduciary).
What does Jon L & Beverly A Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.