Thornton Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyMt Airy, Maryland · EIN 47-2497767 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$81K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$1.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $4,563 and $12,000.
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
50% of grants went outside Maryland.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland Food Bank | Baltimore, MD | Food security | $44,500 |
| Humane Rescue Alliance | Washington, DC | Food security | $12,000 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | Education | $10,000 |
| Radio Television Digital News Association Foundation | Washington, DC | Education | $10,000 |
| Frederick Rescue Mission | Frederick, MD | Food security | $4,563 |
| Mt Airy Net | Mt Airy, MD | Food security | $168 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $81,231 | 6 |
| 2023 | $2,271 | 4 |
| 2022 | $67,341 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513219349103486
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2497767
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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