Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc
The Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Mesa, Arizona. It supports Type 1 Diabetes research, education, and innovative programs focused on treatment and management.
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc gave $2.4M across 10 grants in 2024 (avg $242K), mostly in Massachusetts. 30% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $2,422,350
- +28.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 10
- +25.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $242,235
- +2.9% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $137,500
- Total assets
- $41,282,957
- -3.1% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 30% first-time grantees (3 of 10, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Massachusetts (54% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- 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 Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its website also describes the 2026 application program and provides access to materials through a request form.
- Review Cycle
- February 13, 2026, for the 2026 program.
- Deadline
- February 13, 2026, for the 2026 program.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2158 N Gilbert Road Suite 117, Mesa, AZ 85203
Phone: (480) 834-3550
Website: https://beatsonfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Joslin Diabetes Center ($1.2M). Together the top 10 received $2.4M.
Grant Size Distribution
47 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $100–250K range: 32 grants of 47 (68%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. Massachusetts received 54% of the total, followed by Arizona (12%), Colorado (11%), New York (6%), and Alabama (6%). The listed 2024 recipients also included institutions in Pennsylvania and Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc open to new grantees?
30%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 10 grantees (30%) were first-time recipients. With only 10 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 10 points. First grants averaged $138K; repeat grants $287K. How we count
Medians: $138K first-time, $138K repeat.
- 60% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving fell 42% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 107% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $1.9M (2023) to $4.2M (2021). In 2024 it made 10 grants totaling $2.4M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Joslin Diabetes Center Boston, MA | Diabetes Research | $1,177,500 |
| Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundat Phoenix, AZ | Support the High Risk Type I Diabetes Program | $146,100 |
| University of Colorado Denver Aurora, CO | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill, MA | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine Bronx, NY | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmington, AL | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Regents of the University of Colora Aurora, CO | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Yale University New Haven, CT | Diabetes Research | $137,500 |
| Banner Health Foundation Phoenix, AZ | Type 1 Diabetes Patient Education Support | $136,250 |
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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 | $41,282,957 | $2,451,414 | $3,195,624 | $2,422,350 | 10 | $2,621,580 | $1,981,886 | $2,444,616 |
| 2023 | $42,614,925 | $2,672,882 | $2,516,995 | $1,882,950 | 8 | $2,018,049 | $2,287,302 | $2,273,493 |
| 2022 | $42,459,038 | $2,540,178 | $3,425,117 | $2,620,000 | 9 | $2,755,416 | $2,041,063 | $2,377,116 |
| 2021 | $43,343,977 | $3,529,401 | $4,991,936 | $4,194,025 | 10 | $4,323,030 | $2,981,125 | $2,611,676 |
| 2020 | $44,806,512 | $1,626,857 | $3,131,143 | $2,406,750 | 10 | — | $1,135,256 | $2,433,763 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $2.4M for 2024 — 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 foundation identifies beta cell transplantation and regeneration, autoimmunity, diabetes-related complications, and Type 1 Diabetes management using devices as priority research areas. It also supports education and patient programs. The foundation states that it funds the Joslin Medalist Study and its biennial conference, which honors people who have lived with Type 1 Diabetes for more than 50 years.
Its 2024 grants included support for diabetes research, a high-risk Type 1 Diabetes program, and Type 1 Diabetes patient education. One recipient, Banner Health Foundation, says its mission is to steward charitable contributions for Banner Health programs, including care, research, medical education, patient services, and community benefits.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported 10 grants totaling $2,422,350. Grant amounts ranged from $136,250 to $1,177,500, with a median of $137,500. The largest grant was $1,177,500 to Joslin Diabetes Center for diabetes research. Other reported awards included $146,100 to Phoenix Children’s Hospital Foundation for its high-risk Type 1 Diabetes program; $137,500 each to the University of Colorado Denver, Boston College, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, Regents of the University of Colorado, and Yale University for diabetes research; and $136,250 to Banner Health Foundation for Type 1 Diabetes patient education support.
The foundation’s website describes a 2026 “Passion to Find a Cure” program for biomedical researchers at accredited institutions holding academic rank of Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, or higher. It says it expects to fund up to five two-year projects at $125,000 per year, with up to $18,750 in additional indirect costs per project. Proposals are to be reviewed by a scientific advisory board based on creativity, relevance, feasibility, and available funds. Application materials are made available through a request form and may be submitted by email or regular mail.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists James G Lecheminant as Director, Robert L Packard as President, and Brent D Ellsworth as VP/Secretary.
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc is led by Robert L. Packard, President on every filing since 2020; all 3 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Robert L. Packard
President
On filings since 2020
7 hrs/week
$60K (2020) → $95K (2024)
James G. Lecheminant
Director
On filings since 2020
7 hrs/week
$60K (2020) → $81K (2024)
Brent D. Ellsworth
Vice President & Secretary
On filings since 2020
7 hrs/week
$60K (2020) → $95K (2024)
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 $95K, to Robert L Packard (President). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc
How much does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc give each year?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc gave $2.4M across 10 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $1.9M across 8 grants.
What is Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $137,500, and its average grant was $242,235, across 10 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc that year got $138K on average.
Where does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc give grants?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc gives mostly in Massachusetts: 54% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Arizona (12%) and Colorado (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Phoenix, AZ (2 grants) and Aurora, CO (2 grants).
Does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 10 grants with a stated purpose on Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Diabetes Research" (8 grants).
Who are Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Joslin Diabetes Center ($1,177,500), Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundat ($146,100) and University of Colorado Denver ($137,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 60% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc reported $41.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $2.6M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2.4M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation identifies beta cell transplantation and regeneration, autoimmunity, diabetes-related complications, and Type 1 Diabetes management using devices as priority research areas. It also supports education and patient programs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's EIN?
Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8112510. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Thomas J Beatson Jr Foundation Inc 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 September 2026.
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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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