Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD is a private foundation based in Eagan, Minnesota. Its 2025 filing reports grants to colleges and universities for scholarships, with most grant dollars going to recipients in Oregon.
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD at a glance
In short: Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD gave $44K across 11 grants in 2025 (avg $4K), mostly in Oregon. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $43,930
- +14.3% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 11
- -31.3% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $3,994
- +66.2% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,000
- Total assets
- $703,394
- +1.8% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Oregon (94% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD
- How to Apply
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The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Application forms and materials are available each year during February through the Scholarship Office. Contact the office about deadlines and award restrictions.
- Review Cycle
- Contact the Scholarship Office.
- Deadline
- Contact the Scholarship Office.
- Contact
Application contact: Scholarship Office
Mailing address: 1530 Monmouth St, Independence, OR 97351
Phone: (503) 838-0480
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Chemeketa Community College ($10K). Together the top 10 received $43K.
Grant Size Distribution
71 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 71 grants of 71 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 94% of grant dollars went to recipients in Oregon, 5% to Illinois, and 2% to Washington.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−18%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 109% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $38K (2024) to $54K (2022). In 2025 it made 11 grants totaling $44K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chemeketa Community College Salem, OR | Scholarships | $10,470 |
| Western Oregon University Monmouth, OR | Scholarships | $9,350 |
| University of Oregon Euene, OR | Scholarship | $7,920 |
| Oregon State University Corvallis, OR | Scholarship | $5,250 |
| Linnbenton Community College Albany, OR | Scholarships | $2,940 |
| Northwestern University Evanston, IL | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Portland State University Portland, OR | Scholarships | $1,800 |
| George Fox University Newberg, OR | Scholarships | $1,560 |
| Linfield University McMinnville, OR | Scholarships | $1,200 |
| Centralia College Centralia, WA | Scholarships | $720 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $703,394 | $85,587 | $75,399 | $43,930 | 11 | $48,964 | $59,319 | $44,984 |
| 2024 | $691,274 | $63,549 | $69,559 | $38,450 | 16 | $43,503 | $37,221 | $46,242 |
| 2023 | $693,633 | $43,775 | $69,952 | $41,200 | 11 | $46,009 | $19,315 | $40,560 |
| 2022 | $720,065 | $38,299 | $87,107 | $53,900 | 15 | $59,421 | $11,640 | $46,420 |
| 2021 | $766,411 | $74,078 | $80,799 | $43,400 | 18 | $49,202 | $42,317 | $57,443 |
| 2020 | $767,632 | $11,702 | $82,429 | $48,400 | 10 | — | — | $52,602 |
| 2019 | $838,483 | $49,728 | $80,885 | $45,700 | 17 | — | $16,422 | $50,296 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD reported a distributable amount of $45K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2025 grants supported colleges and universities, with each listed grant designated for scholarships. Among the supported institutions, Northwestern University describes its mission as excellent teaching, innovative research, and students’ personal and intellectual growth in a diverse academic community. George Fox University describes itself as a Christ-centered community preparing students spiritually, academically, and professionally. Linfield University says it promotes intellectual challenge and creativity, and Corban University says it equips students for their communities and careers.
Grantmaking
In 2025, the foundation gave $43,930 through 11 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $720 to $10,470, with a median grant of $2,000. Its largest reported awards were $10,470 to Chemeketa Community College, $9,350 to Western Oregon University, $7,920 to the University of Oregon, and $5,250 to Oregon State University, all for scholarships. Other recipients included Linn-Benton Community College ($2,940), Northwestern University ($2,000), Portland State University ($1,800), George Fox University ($1,560), Linfield University ($1,200), Centralia College ($720), and Corban University ($720).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Chester Scott as co-trustee and US Bank N A as trustee.
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's 2025 filing lists 2 officers; all 2 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Chester Scott
Co-Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
$16K (2019) → $14K (2025)
US Bank N A
Trustee
Co-Trustee → Trustee, 2022
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
$16K (2019) → $14K (2025)
Former officers (1)
- Former: US Bank NA (2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $14K, to Chester Scott (Co-Trustee). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD
How much does Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD give each year?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD gave $44K across 11 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $38K across 16 grants.
What is Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's typical grant size?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's median grant in 2025 was $2,000, and its average grant was $3,994, across 11 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD give grants?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD gives mostly in Oregon: 94% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Salem, OR (2 grants).
Does Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Scholarships" (9 grants).
Who are Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's largest grantees?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's largest 2025 grantees include Chemeketa Community College ($10,470), Western Oregon University ($9,350) and University of Oregon ($7,920), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD reported $703K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $49K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $45K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD fund?
The available information does not state a mission for the foundation. Its 2025 grants supported colleges and universities, with each listed grant designated for scholarships. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD?
The foundation states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's EIN?
Al & Ib Thomas Ed'l FD's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 93-6196091. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 12, 2025)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 5, 2026)
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 8, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 5, 2024)
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