Thompson Foundation
Invitation OnlyPlymouth, Michigan · EIN 38-3452577 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2025)$3.6M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$278,127
Total assets$1.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $1,034,613.
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
0% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan Tech Fund | Houghton, MI | Thompson working families scholarship program | $2,125,750 |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Thompson working families scholarship program | $1,034,613 |
| Saginaw Valley State University Foundation | University Center, MI | Thompson working families scholarship program | $278,127 |
| Thompson Schools Foundation | Plymouth, MI | Charter school support | $100,000 |
| Grand Valley State University | Allendale, MI | Thompson foundation uprep award | $15,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,553,490 | 5 |
| 2024 | $6,377,297 | 6 |
| 2023 | $2,735,167 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601269349101970
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3452577
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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