Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation is a private foundation in Charlottesville, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $50,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $49,500 the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 | $49,500 | 24 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 19 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Thompson Jones Alexander 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 Jones Alexander Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $12,500 |
| New York | 3 | $6,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Programs | $10,000 |
| Wilson Disease Association | Programs | $5,000 |
| Stratford Hall Historic Preserve | Operations | $5,000 |
| Charlottesville Ballet | Operations | $5,000 |
| Groton School | Operations | $2,500 |
| Int'l Center for Religion & Diploma | Programs | $2,500 |
| Southern Environmental Law Center | Operations | $2,500 |
| Botanical Garden of the Piedmont | Operations | $2,500 |
| Rare Book School | Operations | $2,500 |
| St Mary's Hall | Operations | $2,500 |
| Episcopal High School | Operations | $2,500 |
| Academy for Teachers | Teacher events | $1,000 |
| Charlottesville Band | Programs | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of South Atlanti | Operations | $1,000 |
| The Center at Belvedere | Programs | $1,000 |
| Charlottesville Symphony Society | Programs | $1,000 |
| US Court Tennis Preservation Foun | Operations | $1,000 |
| Brooks Family YMCA | Operations | $1,000 |
| Gramercy Park Block Association | Operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- W McIlwaine Thompson Jr
- Elsie W Thompson
- Anne C Thompson
- William M Thompson III
Questions people ask
Does Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists W McIlwaine Thompson Jr (Director), Elsie W Thompson (Director), Anne C Thompson (Director) and William M Thompson III (Director).
What does Thompson Jones Alexander Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.