The George H and Elta Spencer Thompson Foundation
Invitation OnlySterling, Colorado · EIN 47-0792705 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$46K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$935K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $7,500.
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 Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Center Foundation | Sidney, NE | Operating | $12,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Sidney Public Schools Education Foundation | Sidney, NE | Scholarships | $7,500 |
| Chadron State College Foundation | Chadron, NE | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Living Memorial Gardens | Sidney, NE | Operating | $2,500 |
| Freinds of the Public Library | Sidney, NE | Operating | $2,500 |
| Cheyenne County E3 | Sidney, NE | Operating | $2,000 |
| Cheyenne County Hospital Assoc | Sidney, NE | Operating | $2,000 |
| Pandhandle Home School Connection | Sidney, NE | Operating | $2,000 |
| Sidney Gold Rush Days | Sidney, NE | Operating | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $46,500 | 10 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $36,435 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 30, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641819349100709
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-0792705
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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