Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher
Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher is a private foundation based in Miami, Florida. Its reported giving includes support for educational institutions, Christian organizations, youth programs, social services, and services for blind and visually impaired people.
Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher at a glance
- Total assets
- $330,021
- -12.3% vs 2023
- Revenue (2024)
- $12,612
- -99.8% vs 2023
- Qualifying distributions (2024)
- $42,945
- -99.3% vs 2023
- Expenses (2024)
- $58,739
- -99.0% vs 2023
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 9130 South Dadeland Blvd 1901, Miami, FL 33156
Phone: (305) 379-4008
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
319 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 126 grants of 319 (39%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The reported 2023 grantees include organizations in Rome, Georgia; Madison, Wisconsin; Spokane, Washington; Englewood, Colorado; and several Florida locations, including Miami, St. Petersburg, and Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Is Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2023
In 2023, 0 of 80 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. How we count
- 100% of 2023 grantees were also funded in 2022. Method
- Giving fell 43% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 258% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2023). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $5.7M (2023) to $10.4M (2022). In 2023 it made 80 grants totaling $5.7M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Darlington School Rome, GA | General Support | $1,130,000 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowshipusa Madison, WI | General Support | $197,750 |
| Davidson College Davidson, NC | General Support | $192,100 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ International Altamonte Springs, FL | General Support | $169,500 |
| The Salvation Army (National Office) Alexandria, VA | General Support | $155,375 |
| Whitworth University Spokane, WA | General Support | $141,250 |
| Eckerd College St Petersburg, FL | General Support | $113,000 |
| Miami Rescue Mission Miami, FL | General Support | $113,000 |
| Youth for Christusa Englewood, CO | General Support | $113,000 |
| Greater Miami Youth for Christ Inc Miami, FL | General Support | $94,920 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $330,021 | $12,612 | $58,739 | — | — | $42,945 | — | $16,668 |
| 2023 | $376,148 | $5,424,871 | $5,764,066 | $5,650,000 | 80 | $5,743,990 | $214,201 | $222,659 |
| 2022 | $715,343 | $97,755 | $10,711,068 | $10,440,000 | 81 | $10,694,325 | $75,314 | $476,534 |
| 2021 | $11,328,656 | $48,496 | $10,195,303 | $9,880,000 | 79 | $10,134,240 | — | $982,090 |
| 2020 | $21,475,463 | $21,202,540 | $10,518,459 | $9,880,000 | 79 | — | — | $809,353 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher reported a distributable amount of $17K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included organizations whose own missions describe work in education, Christian campus communities, youth mentoring, services for people experiencing homelessness, and support for people who are blind or visually impaired.
For example, Darlington School describes its mission as creating an inclusive learning community and empowering students to learn with passion, act with integrity, and serve with respect. Miami Rescue Mission describes its work as serving homeless and needy people through emergency services and residential programs. Miami Lighthouse for the Blind says it provides education, training, research, vision enhancement, and learning programs for people of all ages.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported $5,650,000 in grants across 80 grants, an average of $70,625 per grant. Reported awards included $1,130,000 to Darlington School Inc, $197,750 to InterVarsity Christian Fellowship/USA, and $141,250 to Whitworth University. Other listed 2023 grants included $113,000 each to Youth for Christ USA Inc, Miami Rescue Mission Inc, and Eckerd College; $94,920 to Greater Miami Youth for Christ Inc; and $84,750 to Miami Lighthouse for the Blind.
The foundation reported no grants in 2024. Its filing states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jane W McMillan, Paul M Stokes, and Claudio M Perez as directors.
Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher's 2024 filing lists 3 officers; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Claudio M. Perez
Director
On filings since 2020
4.2 hrs/week
$142K (2020) → $5K (2024)
Paul M. Stokes
Director
On filings since 2020
1.5 hrs/week
$5K (2024)
Jane W. McMillan
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: David M. Richardson (2020–2023) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $5K, to Paul M Stokes (Director). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher
How large is Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher?
Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher reported $330K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $43K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $17K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included organizations whose own missions describe work in education, Christian campus communities, youth mentoring, services for people experiencing homelessness, and support for people who are blind or visually impaired. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests; it states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher make grants?
The reported 2023 grantees include organizations in Rome, Georgia; Madison, Wisconsin; Spokane, Washington; Englewood, Colorado; and several Florida locations, including Miami, St. Petersburg, and Miami-Dade and Broward counties.
What is Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher's EIN?
Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-2230243. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Samuel E and Mary W Thatcher accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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