Private foundation · EIN 39-6156536 · Marinette, Wisconsin · Education

David E Thomas Trust

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 1 grants paid, $71K total, median $71K. 100% of grants stayed in Wisconsin.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
1
$71K
Median grant
$71K
Stays in WI
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.4M

About this foundation

David E Thomas Trust is a private grantmaking foundation in Marinette, Wisconsin, administered in care of Gerald Schmidt, tax-exempt since 1999. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does David E Thomas Trust accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does David E Thomas Trust give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $71K across 1 grants, a median of $71K.

Where does David E Thomas Trust give?

Wisconsin (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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