The George W Gillemot Foundation
The George W Gillemot Foundation is a private foundation, based in Reno, NV. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $100.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 7 grants totaling $3.8M. Net investment income was $20.0M.
The George W Gillemot Foundation at a glance
In short: The George W Gillemot Foundation gave $3.8M across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $547K), mostly in Nevada. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,829,225
- +189.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -12.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $547,032
- +231.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $47,500
- Total assets
- $100,322,876
- +87.4% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Nevada (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
Who The George W Gillemot Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 6 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Nevada Reno Foundation ($3.5M). Together the top 6 received $3.8M.
Organizations only. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($12,500), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
25 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 25 (80%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How The George W Gillemot Foundation gives
- Giving grew 84975% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 135% 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 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $5K (2021) to $3.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $3.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada Reno Foundation Reno, NV | The foundation receives, invests and administers funds to benefit the university of Nevada, reno, while honoring the philanthropic intent of its donors | $3,500,000 |
| Washoe County School District Reno, NV | Creating an education system where all students achieve academic success, develop personal and civic responsibility, and achieve career and college readiness for the 21st century | $200,000 |
| Bishop Manogue Catholic High School Reno, NV | A co-educational high school in partnership with parents is committed to fostering christian values, academic excellence, and life-long service in a faith-centered community | $56,725 |
| Pathways to Aviation Reno, NV | Developing aviation outreach and education projects for students to facilitate educational success, labor force growth, and economic vitality | $47,500 |
| 1 grant to individuals Recipients not named | — | $12,500 |
| Aopa Foundation Inc Frederick, MD | To educate the public on general aviation's value, improve aviation safety, preserve community airports, and encourage people to learn to fly, all to ensure the future of general aviation | $10,000 |
| Partners for Communityfyre Robotics Carson City, NV | Advance education programs and experiences throughout the nothern Nevada community | $2,500 |
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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 | $100,322,876 | $50,975,560 | $4,468,279 | $3,829,225 | 7 | $3,856,298 | $20,048,056 | $2,854,998 |
| 2023 | $53,546,076 | $56,455,881 | $1,354,585 | $1,321,634 | 8 | $1,321,634 | $2,391,305 | $1,022,220 |
| 2022 | $193,936 | $3,098 | $68,046 | $39,500 | 6 | $39,500 | $2,761 | $12,226 |
| 2021 | $259,171 | $98,003 | $13,020 | $4,501 | 2 | $4,501 | $129,580 | — |
| 2020 | $254,453 | $2,222 | $25,822 | $18,002 | 2 | — | $70 | $13,344 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The George W Gillemot Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The George W Gillemot Foundation is led by Thomas J. Hall, President, Secretary & Trustee since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Thomas J. Hall
President, Secretary & Trustee
Secretary & Trustee → Presidnet, Secretary & Trustee, 2023
Presidnet, Secretary & Trustee → President, Secretary & Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Marie H. Gillemot
Trustee
Director, Vice Chairman & Trustee → Dvice President & Trustee, 2023
Dvice President & Trustee → Trustee, 2024
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William W. Johnson
Treasurer & Trustee
On filings since 2020
15 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: George W. Gillemot (2020–2021) — Chairman & Trustee
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.
Frequently asked questions about The George W Gillemot Foundation
How much does The George W Gillemot Foundation give each year?
The George W Gillemot Foundation gave $3.8M across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.3M across 8 grants.
What is The George W Gillemot Foundation's typical grant size?
The George W Gillemot Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $47,500, and its average grant was $547,032, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The George W Gillemot Foundation give grants?
The George W Gillemot Foundation gives mostly in Nevada: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Reno, NV (4 grants).
Does The George W Gillemot Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 14% of The George W Gillemot Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (1 of 7) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The George W Gillemot Foundation's largest grantees?
The George W Gillemot Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include University of Nevada Reno Foundation ($3,500,000), Washoe County School District ($200,000) and Bishop Manogue Catholic High School ($56,725), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 1 grant to individuals ($12,500), which are not listed by name. Together they received 98% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The George W Gillemot Foundation?
The George W Gillemot Foundation reported $100.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $3.9M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What is The George W Gillemot Foundation's EIN?
The George W Gillemot Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 43-2058994. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS October 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 3, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 10, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 1, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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