Edgar a Thronson Foundation
Invitation OnlyGreenville, Delaware · EIN 51-0348055 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$162K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$3.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,500 and $15,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 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
14% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Community Foundation | Wilmington, DE | Capital campaign | $130,000 |
| St Peter Cathedral School | Wilmington, DE | Help-A-Student program | $15,000 |
| Brandywine Valley SPCA | New Castle, DE | Operations | $5,000 |
| Faithful Friends | New Castle, DE | Operations | $5,000 |
| Humane Animal Partners | Wilmington, DE | Operations | $5,000 |
| Bellevue Community Center | Wilmington, DE | Operations | $1,500 |
| Good News Jail & Prison Ministry | Henrico, VA | Operations | $858 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $162,358 | 7 |
| 2023 | $167,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533109349100628
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 51-0348055
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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