Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust is a private foundation, based in Bainbridge, GA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2021. In 2021, it awarded 2 grants totaling $18K.
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust at a glance
In short: Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust gave $18K across 2 grants in 2021 (avg $9K), mostly in Georgia. Source: 2021 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2021)
- $17,834
- -92.1% vs 2020
- Grants made (2021)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2020
- Average grant
- $8,917
- -92.1% vs 2020
- Median grant
- $8,917
- Primary geography
- Georgia (100% of itemized 2021 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2021 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2021; updated September 2026.
Who Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2021
The largest 2021 recipient was Southern Regional Technical College ($9K). Together the top 2 received $18K.
Grant Size Distribution
4 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 4 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2021 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $18K (2021) to $225K (2020). In 2021 it made 2 grants totaling $18K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Regional Technical College Thomasville, GA | Education Payment | $8,917 |
| Coastal Pines Technical College Waycross, GA | Education Payment | $8,917 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | — | — | $19,257 | $17,834 | 2 | — | — |
| 2020 | $19,257 | $51,108 | $227,550 | $225,000 | 2 | $48,558 | $7,056 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust is led by Harry D James, Trustee on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2021 filing
Harry D James
Trustee
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2021. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust
How much does Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust give each year?
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust gave $18K across 2 grants in 2021, according to its 2021 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2020 it gave $225K across 2 grants.
Where does Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust operate?
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust has awarded grants in Georgia.
What is Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust's EIN?
Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-6921630. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2021.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 13, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 11, 2022)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2021
Live grants for the work Albert & Esther Thomson Scholarship Trust funds
Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Nixa Affiliate Grantmaking Program Up to US $10,000 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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