Danforth and Junko Thomas Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyKalamazoo, Michigan · EIN 26-1337609 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$540K
Organizations funded1
Typical grant$539,541
Total assets$10.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $539,541 and $539,541.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danforth & Junko Thomas Charitable Fund (Vanguard Charitable Endow Prg) | Boston, MA | Cancer research and education | $539,541 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $539,541 | 1 |
| 2024 | $436,770 | 1 |
| 2023 | $318,391 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611349349102551
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1337609
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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