Mary Thompson Foundation Grant
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
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Required status
- 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status
Overview
The Mary Thompson Foundation, established in 1979, provides essential funding and support to nonprofit organizations that aid the elderly, particularly in Michigan. Originating from the historic Mary Thompson Home for Old Ladies, the foundation continues its legacy by granting resources for medical care, entertainment, and companionship for seniors. Their mission emphasizes creating a nurturing environment that fosters dignity and comfort for older adults, reflecting a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for those in need.
Annual expenses per resident were about $1500.
Today the Foundation’s purpose is to provide aid, assistance and services to the elderly through funding.
The Mary Thompson Foundation is an organization consisting of a Board of Trustees which allocates small grants to other organizations in need. We abide by our Mission Statement which states that we provide aid and assistance to the elderly through our funding, mostly throughout the Michigan area.
Impact
Over the years, the Mary Thompson Foundation has donated many different types of grants to organizations, all of which benefit our senior communities in several diverse ways.
Accounting aids
The Mary Thompson Foundation is proud to be a beneficial part in giving comfort and aid to our seniors.
Eligibility
Nonprofit charitable organizations that are exempt from federal taxes under section 501(c) (3) of the IRS Revenue Code can apply for a grant.
What Mary Thompson Foundation actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 35
- Total given
- $240K
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Range
- $1,000–$20K
- By dollars: Michigan 98%, Virginia 2%. Top recipient cities: Detroit, MI; Southfield, MI; Ann Arbor, MI.
- 100% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.
- 23% of recipients were new grantees, not repeat recipients.
Example grants
Wings Home · Allegan, MI
General purpose
$20K
Pope Francis Center · Detroit, MI
General purpose
$15K
The Helm · Grosse Point Farms, MI
General purpose
$13K
Alpena Area Senior Citizens Council · Alpena, MI
General purpose
$10K
Detroit Opera · Detroit, MI
General purpose
$10K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Nonprofits
- Seniors
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