Private foundation · Hastings, NE (gives in Tennessee from out of state)
Leroy Thom Jean Thom and T-L Foundation
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 2 totaling $105,000
- Typical grant
- $30,000 to $75,000 (the middle half of its Tennessee grants)
- A realistic first ask
- About $52,500, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Williamson County, Davidson County · plus 118 grants outside Tennessee
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 50% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2025 were new (not funded in 2023–2024): 1 of 2.
- Total giving that year
- $4 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4M | $105K | 2 |
| 2024 | $4.6M | $75K | 1 |
| 2023 | $4.9M | $88K | 2 |
How to apply
- Contact
- James Thom · Hastings · 4024624128
- What to send
- No particular form
- Limits
- Generally limited to NE religious, educational, assistance orgnizations and activities
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2025. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
Board and officers
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- Thomas A ThomDir
- David W ThomDir
- James ThomPres/dir
- David H FisherDir/general counsel
As listed in its 2025 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Widows and orphan relief
- Refugee support
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exile International | Nashville, Davidson County | Refugee support | $75K |
| Both Hands | Brentwood, Williamson County | Widows and orphan relief | $30K |