The Thomas Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyFort Lauderdale, Florida · EIN 36-4311966 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$491K
Organizations funded21
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$10M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $5,000.
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
38% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable | Orlando, FL | To increase giving in the u.s. with donor-advised funds and philanthropic resources that make charitable giving tax-smart, simple and… | $400,000 |
| Broward Performing Arts Foundation | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Sustain, develop and secure the future of performing arts | $14,600 |
| Our Father's House Soup Kitchen | Pompano Beach, FL | Helping to provide services to those in need wth food, clothing, etc. | $10,000 |
| Wheelchair Foundation | Danville, CA | Create awareness of the needs and abilities of people with physical disabilities | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Broward | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To provide low income families with decent and affordable housing | $7,500 |
| 4Kidsinc | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To provide a home & refuge for every child in need | $5,000 |
| Children's Opportunity Group | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To supporting and enriching the health, education, and welfare of children in broward county | $5,000 |
| Friends of Whitney Young | Chicago, IL | General donation to help build and maintain vibrant school communities among students, families, administrators, faculty and alumni. | $5,000 |
| Las Olas Capital Arts | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To support the arts in our community. | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics | Washington, DC | Provide year-round sports training for children and adults with disabilities | $5,000 |
| The Night Ministry | Chicago, IL | Works to provide housing, health care & human connection to struggling individuals | $5,000 |
| Women in Distress | Lighthouse Point, FL | Provide support to domestic violence center | $3,233 |
| South Florida Pbs | Miami, FL | Provides quality content to educate enlighten and inspire on tv. | $3,000 |
| Funding Arts Broward | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To support, sustain, and enrich the arts in the community. | $2,500 |
| Our Community Place | Harrisburg, VA | Promoting personal growth and community well-being. | $2,500 |
| Smile Train | New York, NY | To provide free cleft surgery and comprehensive cleft care to children in the developing world and free cleft-related training for local… | $2,500 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale | Fort Lauderdale, FL | Support church activities and events | $1,918 |
| Jefferson Society | Charlottesville, VA | To support educational, professional, and networking programs. | $1,000 |
| Paypal Giving Fund | Washington, DC | Develop innovative programs that introduce charitable giving in relevant and engaging ways to new audiences, benefitting the charity sector. | $1,000 |
| Humane Society of Broward County | Fort Lauderdale, FL | To foster and promote care of animals | $500 |
| Saint Mark's Episcopal School | Fort Lauderdale, FL | General donation to school | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $490,751 | 21 |
| 2023 | $444,923 | 30 |
| 2022 | $464,982 | 37 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610149349100006
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4311966
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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