The Thomas W Busse Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyBrooklyn, Ohio · EIN 52-7136713 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$240K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$25,970
Total assets$5.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $21,642 and $32,463.
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
12% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $58,433 |
| Purcell Marian Hs | Ciincinnati, OH | General operating | $45,688 |
| Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $32,463 |
| Cincinnati Opera Association | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $25,970 |
| St Timothys Episcopal Ch | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $25,970 |
| Cincinnati Art Museum | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $21,642 |
| Cincinnati Music Festival Assn | Cincinnati, OH | General operating | $21,642 |
| Stmarys Church | Washington, DC | General operating | $8,657 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $240,465 | 8 |
| 2023 | $215,303 | 8 |
| 2022 | $225,495 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 13, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631039349100418
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 52-7136713
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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