Tom & Helen Tonkin Foundation
Invitation OnlySaint Louis, Missouri · EIN 83-6002200 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$127K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$3.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming Independent Living | Casper, WY | General operating | $39,900 |
| Unaccompanied Students Initiative | Cheyenne, WY | General operating | $18,000 |
| Oxbow Center | Worland, WY | General operating | $15,000 |
| Sue Jorgensen Library Foundation | Casper, WY | General operating | $15,000 |
| Journey Elementary School | Casper, WY | General operating | $14,000 |
| YMCA of Natrona County | Casper, WY | General operating | $10,000 |
| Natrona County Public Library Foundation | Casper, WY | General operating | $5,000 |
| Jasons Friends Foundation Inc | Casper, WY | General operating | $5,000 |
| Kelly Walsh Last Blast | Casper, WY | General operating | $4,000 |
| Mountain Road Christian Academy | Casper, WY | General operating | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $126,900 | 10 |
| 2023 | $176,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Dec 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202503459349101200
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 83-6002200
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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