Thornton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thornton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$160,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $160,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $160,000 | 20 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 16 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $160,000 | 16 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Thornton Family 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 Thornton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $85,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $30,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Giving Tree Acres Community Farm | Environment and nature | $30,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Children and youth | $20,000 |
| Matthew 10 International | International relief | $15,000 |
| Bonton Farms | Community improvement | $10,000 |
| Tim Tebow Foundation | Human and sex trafficking | $10,000 |
| International Generosity Foundation | Faith and spiritual | $10,000 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Faith and spiritual | $10,000 |
| Decision Point | Faith and spiritual | $10,000 |
| The Dallas Foundation | Education, children and youth, animals | $10,000 |
| Council for Life | Health and wellness | $5,000 |
| Food for the Soul | Health and wellness | $5,000 |
| Clayton Dabney for Kids With Cancer | Children and youth | $5,000 |
| Family Gateway Inc | Basic needs | $5,000 |
| Buckner Children and Family Services Inc | Faith and spiritual | $5,000 |
| Jaco Booyens Ministries | Human and sex trafficking | $5,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Dayschool | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joe B Thornton Jr
- Terri B Thornton
- Richard C Thornton
- Katelyn T Shuford
Questions people ask
Does Thornton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thornton Family Foundation give?
$160,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Thornton Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joe B Thornton Jr (President, Treasurer, and Director), Terri B Thornton (Vice President, Secretary, and Directo), Richard C Thornton (Director) and Katelyn T Shuford (Director).
What does Thornton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and environment and conservation.