THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST
AI Summary
The Thornton Perpetual Charitable Trust is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with selected nonprofits, as it does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for grantmaking. In 2026, the Trust distributed a total of $36.4K across six grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the Trust can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
MAKE DONATIONS TO VARIOUS REGIGIOUS, SCIENTIFIC, MEDICAL, AND EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS
Cause Areas
2
Education
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UNITED METHODIST HOMES & SERVICES
Chicago, IL
$55.4K
16%
GARRETT EVANGELICAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY
EVANSTON, IL
$53.1K
15%
UNITED METHODIST FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS CONFERENCE
CHICAGO, IL
$53.1K
15%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST?
No. THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST give?
THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST primarily gives to organizations located in Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $5,176. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST make each year?
In 2026, THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $36 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST fund recently?
In 2026, THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include UNITED METHODIST HOMES & SERVICES, GARRETT EVANGELICAL THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY, and UNITED METHODIST FOUNDATION OF NORTHERN ILLINOIS CONFERENCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST?
THORNTON PERPETUAL CHARITABLE TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.