Private foundation · EIN 88-1274428 · Newark, Ohio · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Thomas a Brown Jr Charitable 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 2024 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $320K total, median $80K. 100% of grants stayed in Ohio.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
4
$320K
Median grant
$80K
Stays in OH
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.5M

Grants paid in 2024

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Humane Society of Greater DaytonDayton, OHGeneral funding$80K
Genesis Healthcare Foundation Kelly Ashby Executive DirectorZanesville, OHGeneral funding$80K
Hospice of Dayton FoundationDayton, OHGeneral funding$80K
Animal Shelter Society Inc Attn Josh Agin- TreasurerZanesville, OHGeneral funding$80K

About this foundation

Thomas a Brown Jr Charitable Trust is a private grantmaking foundation in Newark, Ohio, administered in care of Trust Department, tax-exempt since 2023. 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 Thomas a Brown Jr Charitable Trust accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 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 Thomas a Brown Jr Charitable Trust give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $320K across 4 grants, a median of $80K.

Where does Thomas a Brown Jr Charitable Trust give?

Ohio (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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