The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $222,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$222,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $227,500 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $131,000 | 12 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $227,500 | 15 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $222,500 | 13 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
The Cathy and Dwight 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 The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $222,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Provide humanitarian support to those in need | $50,000 |
| Foundation Communities | Affordable housing and support services for working families | $30,000 |
| Scouting America | Prepare young people for life by building character, fostering citizenship, and developing personal fitness | $25,000 |
| American Red Cross | Humanitarian relief for emergency and disaster victims | $20,000 |
| Girl Scouts | Build girls of courage, confidence, and character | $15,000 |
| People's Community Clinic | Improve health and medically underserved central texans | $15,000 |
| Safe Alliance | Stop sexual and domestic abuse | $15,000 |
| Individual | Health care, education, and financial services to families in need | $15,000 |
| Casa of Tarrant County | Advocate for abused and neglected children | $7,500 |
| Kinderfrogs School at TCU | Provides a developmentally appropriate educational environment for children with down syndrome and other developmental delays | $7,500 |
| Individual | Provide humanitarian support to those in need | $7,500 |
| YWCA of Lubbock | Eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all | $7,500 |
| Alzheimers Texas | Supporting people with alzheimer's, their families and caregivers, and advancing research | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dwight D Thompson
- Catherine P Thompson
- Debra Paxton
Questions people ask
Does The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation give?
$222,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dwight D Thompson (President), Catherine P Thompson (Secretary/Treasurer) and Debra Paxton (Vice President).
What does The Cathy and Dwight Thompson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and health.