Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Wales, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,020 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $27,500. 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$113,020
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$27,500
- Assets$59,526
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was down from $145,950 the year before.
44% 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 | $110,170 | 19 | $87,328 |
| 2024 | $145,950 | 23 | $93,477 |
| 2025 | $113,020 | 23 | $59,526 |
How to apply
Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund 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 Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 10 | $46,500 |
| Florida | 4 | $31,000 |
| Michigan | 4 | $27,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,570 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,200 |
| Texas | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Promise of Waukehsa County | General support | $27,500 |
| Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Armory Art Center | General support | $10,000 |
| Gleaners Detroit | General support | $10,000 |
| Lord Cupboard | General support | $10,000 |
| Northville Civic Concern | General support | $10,000 |
| Chasin A Dream Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Special Spaces | General support | $5,000 |
| Main Street League | General support | $5,000 |
| Lakepoint Church Inc | General support | $2,500 |
| The Manna Food Project | General support | $2,500 |
| Good Shepherd Episcopal Church | General support | $2,500 |
| Tunnels to Towers Foundation | General support | $1,320 |
| National Mill Dog Rescue | General support | $1,200 |
| Bentleys Baubles Inc | General support | $1,000 |
| Folds of Honor | General support | $1,000 |
| Lake Country Caring | General support | $1,000 |
| Waukesha County Community Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Journey House | General support | $500 |
| American Heart Association | General support | $250 |
| Elmbrook Church | General support | $250 |
| Kenosha Sheriff's Department | General support | $250 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Dorothy J Thomson
- Timothy J Smits
- Hope A Geilen
- Kelly Luchini
Questions people ask
Does Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund give?
$113,020 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Dorothy J Thomson (Director), Timothy J Smits (Director), Hope A Geilen (Director) and Kelly Luchini (Director).
What does Dorothy J Thomson Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, faith communities and health.