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Thomas Foundation is a private corporation based in DALLAS, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Gillis Thomas. It holds total assets of $15M. Annual income is reported at $4.6M. Total assets have grown from $11.5M in 2011 to $15M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. According to available records, Thomas Foundation has made 92 grants totaling $3.3M, with a median grant of $25K. The foundation has distributed between $707K and $1.8M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.8M distributed across 44 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $200K, with an average award of $36K. The foundation has supported 36 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, District of Columbia, California, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 5 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$25K
Average Grant
$34K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 20 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Thomas Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 92 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, DC, CA.
Thomas Foundation has distributed a total of $3.3M across 92 grants. The median grant size is $25K, with an average of $36K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $200K.
Thomas Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (752721588) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Thomas Foundation is headquartered in DALLAS, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 5 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donald T Conlon | VICE PRESIDE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Robyn T Conlon | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Joshua Wakeman | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| William K Conlon | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$15M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$15M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
92
Total Giving
$3.3M
Average Grant
$36K
Median Grant
$25K
Unique Recipients
36
Most Common Grant
$20K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Education FoundationTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| The Crystal Charity BallTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $100K | 2023 |
| West Dallas Community SchoolTO FUND TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $51K | 2023 |
| North Texas Food BankTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Plano, TX | $50K | 2023 |
| Shelton School Landmark FoundationTO FUND CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Dallas, TX | $45K | 2023 |
| June Shelton School & Eval CenterTUITION FOR ARWEN PENA | Dallas, TX | $37K | 2023 |
| University Of North TexasTUITION FOR NAOMI BWALYA | Denton, TX | $34K | 2023 |
| Trinity Chrisitan AcademyTO FUND TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $32K | 2023 |
| Dallas AcademyTO FUND TUITION SCHOLARSHIPS SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Teach For AmericaTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $20K | 2023 |
| Education Opens DoorsTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Bonton FarmsTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Asas NtxTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Dwell With DignityTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| University Of San DiegoTUITION FOR MATTIE BENNINGFIELD | San Diego, CA | $19K | 2023 |
| Assistance League Of DallasTO FUND CHEERS FOR CHILDREN SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| First Presbyterian Church Day SchooTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Parker County Miracle LeagueTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Ft Worth, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Ursuline AcademyTUITION FOR ABBEY BENNINGFIELD | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Texas State UniversityTUITION FOR EMILY SOTOMAYOR | San Marcos, TX | $6K | 2023 |
| John Cabot UniversityHOUSING FOR MATTIE BENNINGFIELD | Rome | $5K | 2023 |
| Dallas Community College DistrictTUITION FOR NAOMI BWALYA | Dallas, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| Shelter Ministries Of DallasTO FUND CAPITAL CAMPAIGN SUPPORT | Dallas, TX | $200K | 2022 |
| Sm Wright FoundationCHARITABLE DONATION | Dallas, TX | $100K | 2022 |
| American Red CrossTO FUND GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Washington Dc, DC | $50K | 2022 |