Thompson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thompson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Hamilton, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $79,858 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,278 and the largest $15,000. 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$79,858
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,278
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,453 the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $63,317 | 16 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $67,453 | 15 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $79,858 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
Thompson Charitable 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 Thompson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $29,772 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 3 | $22,086 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | CARE FOR DOGS AND CATS - no-kill animal care and adoption center | $15,000 |
| Union of Cencerned Scientist | Protect the arctic | $10,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | For black lives matter | $10,000 |
| Individual | Cat rescue/adoption | $9,605 |
| The Nature Conervancy | Conserving the lands and waters | $8,000 |
| Cats CO89 | Animal rescue | $5,278 |
| Foundation Brigette Bardot | Aid to animals, shelters and strays | $5,209 |
| Individual | Animal rescue | $5,000 |
| Aedo | Assist animal shelter needs | $4,680 |
| Fans of Williamson County Regional | Helping animals in the shelter | $4,086 |
| Individual | Helping children | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joe Thompson
Questions people ask
Does Thompson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thompson Charitable Foundation give?
$79,858 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,278.
Who runs Thompson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joe Thompson (Trustee).
What does Thompson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, international and housing and homelessness.