Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in McAllen, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $658,505 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $478,102. 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$658,505
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$478,102
- Assets$0
- New grantees76%
Giving in 2024 was up from $30,000 the year before.
76% 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 | $30,000 | 8 | $572,530 |
| 2024 | $658,505 | 22 | $0 |
How to apply
Pharaoh C 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 Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $600,505 |
| Colorado | 8 | $27,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $6,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,500 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $3,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Area Foundation | General funding | $478,102 |
| San Antonio Area Foundation | General funding | $120,403 |
| Ridgway Community Chruch | General funding | $10,000 |
| Ouray County Performing Arts | General funding | $5,000 |
| Safe Toddles Inc | General funding | $5,000 |
| Search for Common Ground | General funding | $3,500 |
| Marine Conservation Institute | General funding | $3,000 |
| Telluride Chamber Music Association | General funding | $3,000 |
| Cure International | General funding | $3,000 |
| Seeds Wilderness Therapy | General funding | $3,000 |
| Bounty Soul | Disaster relief | $3,000 |
| North Carolina Community Foundation | Disaster relief | $3,000 |
| Tides Foundation | Justice fund | $3,000 |
| East Tennessee Foundation | Disaster relief | $2,500 |
| Ridgway Chautauqua Society | General funding | $2,000 |
| Western Watersheds Project | General funding | $2,000 |
| Mountain Studies Institute | General funding | $2,000 |
| Information Technology Disaster Res | General funding | $2,000 |
| Cure Blindness Project | General funding | $1,500 |
| The Fresh Foundation | General funding | $1,500 |
| Uncompahgre Watershed Partnership | General funding | $1,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General funding | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles D Mueller
Questions people ask
Does Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation give?
$658,505 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles D Mueller (Manager).
What does Pharaoh C Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and environment and conservation.