John R Thoren Charitable Trust J Stephen Pullum Co-Trustee
Historical FunderLake Mary, Florida · EIN 87-6470060 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $27,500 and $55,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | J STEPHEN PULLUM |
|---|---|
| Address | P O BOX 950610, LAKE MARY FL 327950610 |
| Phone | 4077326510 |
| MPULLUM@PULLUMLAW.COM | |
| Form and materials | THE TRUSTEES SHALL CONSIDER ALL QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS RECEIVED FROM ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. THE QUALIFIED ORGANIZATIONS ARE THOSE WHICH ARE CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS AND EDUCATIONAL. NO PART OF ANY GIFT SHALL BE USED TO INFLUENCE LEGISLATION OR TO CARRY ON PROPAGANDA, THE SOLE OBJECT AND PURPOSE OF THE CHARITABLE TRUST BEING TO FURTHER THE CAUSE OF CHARITY, EDUCATION AND RELIGION. PREFERENCE IN GRANT MAKING SHALL BE BASED ON THE FOLOWIN DESCRIBED CONSIDERATIONS: A. NEED B. THE BREATH OF SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION, AS REFLECTED BY THE NUMBERS OF OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS AND THE AMOUNT GIVEN BY THEM. C. GIFTS MAY BE MADE ONLY FOR USE WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OR ITS POSSESSIONS. D. THE WILLINGNESS OF THE ORGNIZATION TO RAISE MATCHING FUNDS MAY BE A CONSIDERATION IN ORDER TO QUALIFY FOR THE GIFT FROM THE JOHN R THREN CHARITABLE TRUST. |
| Deadlines | MAY 15 IS THE DEADLINE FOR FILING GIFT REQUESTS THAT ARE TO BE CONSIDERED AT THE ANNUAL TRUSTEE MEET |
| Restrictions | THE TRUSTEES SHALL CONSIDER ALL QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS RECEIVED FROM ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE IF THE UNITED STATES. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
71% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church Orlando | Orlando, FL | Operations | $275,000 |
| Darlington School | Rome, GA | Support boarding school operations | $55,000 |
| Oakland Presbyterian Church | Oakland, FL | Church operations | $55,000 |
| Thornwell Home for Children | Clinton, SC | Support childrens home operations | $55,000 |
| Uss Intrepid Association Inc | Bingham, ME | Preserve the gallant ship | $55,000 |
| American Theater Organ Society Inc | Elk Grove, CA | Preserve and promote theater organs | $27,500 |
| Antique Automobile Club of America | Hershey, PA | Preserve antique automobiles | $27,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $550,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $200,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511119349100311
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 87-6470060
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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