Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc is a private foundation based in Fitchburg, Wisconsin. It reported making 12 grants totaling $127,050 in 2024, all described as general program support.
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc at a glance
In short: Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc gave $127K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $11K), mostly in Wisconsin. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $127,050
- +111.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- -45.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $10,588
- +287.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $579,145
- -0.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Wisconsin (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations.
- Contact
Mailing address: 5804 Auburn Dr, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Phone: (414) 234-0882
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Royall School District ($50K). Together the top 10 received $126K.
Grant Size Distribution
58 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 58 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wisconsin, 1% to Minnesota, and less than 1% to Arizona, as reported in the filing.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
How Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc gives
- 42% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 163% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 294% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (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 $10K (2020) to $127K (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $127K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Royall School District Elroy, WI | General Program Support | $50,000 |
| Wisconsin Womens Health Foundation Inc Madison, WI | General Program Support | $37,400 |
| Viterbo University Lacrosse, WI | General Program Support | $10,000 |
| Royall School Scholars Elroy, WI | General Program Support | $6,000 |
| St Bernards Cathedral Church Madison, WI | General Program Support | $5,000 |
| St James Catholic School Madison, WI | General Program Support | $5,000 |
| Mile Bluff Medical Center Mauston, WI | General Program Support | $5,000 |
| Seminole Pool-265 Foundation Fitchburg, WI | General Program Support | $2,500 |
| Salvation Army-Madison Madison, WI | General Program Support | $2,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison Inc Madison, WI | General Program Support | $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 | $579,145 | $141,188 | $146,053 | $127,050 | 12 | $127,050 | $113,347 | $43,182 |
| 2023 | $584,010 | $105,052 | $70,796 | $60,100 | 22 | $64,623 | $86,874 | $47,152 |
| 2022 | $549,754 | $949,154 | $61,271 | $59,500 | 17 | $59,500 | $131,653 | $15,435 |
| 2021 | $249,655 | $111,541 | $50,775 | $48,350 | 6 | $49,310 | $10,036 | $11,736 |
| 2020 | $188,889 | $69,292 | $12,521 | $10,000 | 1 | — | $65,521 | $9,939 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc reported a distributable amount of $43K 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
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including schools, a university, health organizations, churches, and charitable organizations.
Among the grantees, Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation describes its mission as innovating, impacting, and improving women’s health in Wisconsin. Viterbo University says its community prepares students for faithful service and ethical leadership. Mile Bluff Medical Center describes itself as a community health resource center serving healthcare and medical needs, including care for the elderly and home care.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $127,050 through 12 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $50,000, with a median grant of $5,000. Each listed grant was for general program support.
Notable 2024 grants included $50,000 to Royall School District, $37,400 to Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, $10,000 to Viterbo University, and $6,000 to Royall School Scholars. Other grants included $5,000 each to St. Bernards Cathedral Church, St. James Catholic School, and Mile Bluff Medical Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Tommy G. Thompson as president/director; Jason T. Thompson as vice president/director; and Sue Ann Thompson, Tommi Thompson, and Kelli Thompson as directors.
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc is led by Tommy G. Thompson, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Tommy G. Thompson
President & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Jason T. Thompson
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelli Thompson
Director
On filings since 2020
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Sue Ann Thompson
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Tommi Thompson
Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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 Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc
How much does Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc give each year?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc gave $127K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $60K across 22 grants.
What is Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's typical grant size?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $10,588, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc give grants?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc gives mostly in Wisconsin: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Madison, WI (5 grants) and Elroy, WI (2 grants).
Does Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (12 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's largest grantees?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Royall School District ($50,000), Wisconsin Womens Health Foundation Inc ($37,400) and Viterbo University ($10,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 77% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc reported $579K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $127K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $43K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations including schools, a university, health organizations, churches, and charitable organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests for funds and states that it contributes only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's EIN?
Thompson Family Charitable Fdn Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3385565. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does Thompson Family Charitable Fdn 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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