Thurston Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 35-1754670
Foundation Overview
Based in Carmel, IN, Thurston Foundation has awarded 151 grants totaling $3,058,500 to organizations in Indiana, Florida and 3 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $250 to $170,000, with a median award of $11,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
4 of 27 recipients (15%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains tight relationships with established partners. New applicants rarely succeed without insider connections.
Geographic Focus
92% of all grants are concentrated in Indiana, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Indiana, funding concentrates in Indianapolis (84%), Westfield (4%), Whiteland (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 480% growth in annual giving over 3 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (59%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Thurston Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Festival Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Child Advocates | $30,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Concerts For A Cause | $20,000 | Carmel, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Dove Recovery House | $75,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Addiction Recovery | 2023 |
| Dream Alive | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Family Promise | $45,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2023 |
| Fay Biccard Glick Neighborhood Center | $50,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | F.a.s.t. Program | 2023 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinics | $40,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Medical Care | 2023 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Special Needs Programming | 2023 |
| Gleaners | $100,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2023 |
| Goodwill Foundation Of Central And Southern Indiana | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Life Coaches | 2023 |
| Greater Indy Habitat For Humanity | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Low Income Housing | 2023 |
| Hope Academy | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education And Addiction Recovery | 2023 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Institute For Shelter Care | $30,000 | La Grange, KY, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Julian Center | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Domestic Violence Assistance | 2023 |
| Kijana | $10,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | Education | 2023 |
| Outreach | $50,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Homeless Programming | 2023 |
| Pace | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Re-entry Programming | 2023 |
| Second Helpings | $25,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2023 |
| Seeds Of Caring | $15,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Youth Programing | 2023 |
| Servants At Work | $75,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Shepherd Community Center | $40,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2023 |
| The Oaks Academy | $160,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2023 |
| Trinity Haven | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2023 |
| Umoja Partnership | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2023 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Services | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2023 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Services | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Indiana Troopers Youth Services | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Summer Camp | 2022 |
| Servants At Work | $55,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2022 |
| St Luke's Umc | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Educational Program | 2022 |
| Dream Alive | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Shepherd Community Center | $35,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Trinity Haven | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2022 |
| Goodwill Foundation Of Central And Southern Indiana | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Life Coaches | 2022 |
| Kijana | $5,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | Education | 2022 |
| Westfield Youth Assistance Program | $5,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Family Promise | $21,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2022 |
| 500 Festival Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Presbyterian Mission | $15,000 | Louisville, KY, US | Disaster Relief | 2022 |
| The Oaks Academy | $170,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Hope Academy | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education And Addiction Recovery | 2022 |
| Pace | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Re-entry Programming | 2022 |
| Brooke's Place | $2,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Second Helpings | $25,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2022 |
| Greater Indy Habitat For Humanity | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Low Income Housing | 2022 |
| Iladd | $2,500 | Zionsville, IN, US | Special Needs Programming | 2022 |
| Umoja Partnership | $7,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Gleaners | $63,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2022 |
| Child Advocates | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| College Mentors For Kids | $3,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinics | $25,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Medical Care | 2022 |
| Outreach | $50,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Homeless Programming | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Nw Indiana | $25,000 | Portage, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $10,000 | Bloomington, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Dove Recovery House | $75,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Addiction Recovery | 2022 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $31,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Special Needs Programming | 2022 |
| Julian Center | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Domestic Violence Assistance | 2022 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Services | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2022 |
| Indiana Troopers Youth Services | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Summer Camp | 2022 |
| Servants At Work | $55,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | General Support | 2022 |
| St Luke's Umc | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Educational Program | 2022 |
| Dream Alive | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Shepherd Community Center | $35,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Trinity Haven | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2022 |
| Goodwill Foundation Of Central And Southern Indiana | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Life Coaches | 2022 |
| Kijana | $5,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | Education | 2022 |
| Westfield Youth Assistance Program | $5,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Family Promise | $21,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Homeless Programs | 2022 |
| 500 Festival Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Presbyterian Mission | $15,000 | Louisville, KY, US | Disaster Relief | 2022 |
| The Oaks Academy | $170,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Hope Academy | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education And Addiction Recovery | 2022 |
| Pace | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Re-entry Programming | 2022 |
| Brooke's Place | $2,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Second Helpings | $25,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2022 |
| Greater Indy Habitat For Humanity | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Low Income Housing | 2022 |
| Iladd | $2,500 | Zionsville, IN, US | Special Needs Programming | 2022 |
| Umoja Partnership | $7,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Gleaners | $63,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Hunger Relief Programs | 2022 |
| Child Advocates | $20,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| College Mentors For Kids | $3,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinics | $25,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Medical Care | 2022 |
| Outreach | $50,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Youth Homeless Programming | 2022 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Greater Nw Indiana | $25,000 | Portage, IN, US | Youth Programing | 2022 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $10,000 | Bloomington, IN, US | Education | 2022 |
| Dove Recovery House | $75,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Addiction Recovery | 2022 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $31,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Special Needs Programming | 2022 |
| Julian Center | $15,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Domestic Violence Assistance | 2022 |
| Dayspring Center Inc | $6,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs That Provide Services To Indianapolis' Homeless Children And Families | 2021 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinic | $5,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support The Medication Refill Program- Home Delivery In A Safe No-contact Manner | 2021 |
| Gleaners | $40,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Funding Of Programs For Hunger Releif In Indiana | 2021 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | $6,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra Youth And Family Development Program | 2021 |
| Johnson County Senior Services | $5,000 | Whiteland, IN, US | Contribution To Their Mission To Provide Transportation, Free Durable Medical Equipment And Essential Basic Needs To Seniors And Those Under 60 With Disabilities | 2021 |
| Julian Center | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Survivors Of Domestic And Sexual Assault | 2021 |
| Kijana Educational Empowerment Initiative | $5,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | Contribution To The Multi-year Capital Campaign To Support Underserved Kenyan School Communities | 2021 |
| Outreach | $12,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs And Services For The Homeless Youth In Indianapolis | 2021 |
| Second Helpings | $40,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Efforts For Hunger Relief And Training For The Unemployed For Meaningful Careers In The Culinary Industry | 2021 |
| Seed Of Caring | $5,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Contribution To Support Programs To Engage Youth In Meaningful Service, Social-action And Community Building Events | 2021 |
| Servants At Work | $40,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Their Mission To Build Wheelchair Ramps To Persons With Disabilities And With Age Related Conditions | 2021 |
| Shepherd Community Center | $35,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Programs That Benefit The Disadvantaged Community - Providing Meals, Computers And Internet Access And Medical Supplies Such As Facemasks And Hand Sanitizer | 2021 |
| The Oaks Academy Inc | $21,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Their Mission To Educate Their Students And Support Families | 2021 |
| Umoja Partnership | $3,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support For Programs Prviding School Lunch Program And Supporting Families In Crisis In Kenya | 2021 |
| Westfield Youth Assistance Program | $5,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Contributio To Support Sports And Youth Activities, School Clothes And Supplies, Counseling, Recreational, Athletic And Threapeutic Camps | 2021 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Servicesinc | $6,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Programs Providng Meals, Food Pantry And Support Of At-risk Children And Disadvantaged Families | 2021 |
| Wheeler Mission | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contributio To Support Programs For Homeless Shelters And Helping The Needy By Providing Food, Shelter And Recovery Programs | 2021 |
| Temple Health | $1,500 | Philadelphia, PA, US | Contribution To Trauma Department | 2021 |
| Dove Recovery House For Women | $11,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Recovery Programs | 2021 |
| Family Promise Of Greater Indianapolis | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Nightwithoutabed Program | 2021 |
| Johnson County Public Library Foundation | $15,000 | Franklin, IN, US | Contribution Toenhancing The Story Special Projects Campaign | 2021 |
| Special Olympics Indiana | $250 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs Servicing Children And Adults Participating In The Special Olympics | 2021 |
| Paws And Think Inc | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs For Improving Lives Through The Power Of The Human-dog Connection | 2021 |
| Pace | $12,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs For Public Advocates In Community Re-entry | 2021 |
| Hope Academy | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Programs Helping Teens In Recovery Find Health And Academic Success | 2021 |
| Habitat For Humanity | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Affordable Housing Programs | 2021 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Down Syndrome Achievement Centers | 2021 |
| Fortune Academy | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs Dedicated To Educating And Equipping Students With Learning Differences To Be Competent And Life-long Learners | 2021 |
| Family Promise Of Greater Indianapolis | $12,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Program Efforts | 2021 |
| Exodus Refugee | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Refugees | 2021 |
| Indiana University Foundation | $10,000 | Bloomington, IN, US | Contribution To The Robert And Lea Anne Einterz Global Healthy Education Fund | 2021 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinics | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Programs Supporting Quality, Accessible, And Compassionate Patient-centered Healthcare | 2021 |
| Trinity Haven | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs Empowering Young Lgbtq People To Thrive In The World | 2021 |
| Outreach | $3,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs And Services For The Homeless Youth In Indianapolis | 2021 |
| Dayspring Center Inc | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs That Provide Services To Indianapolis' Homeless Children And Families | 2020 |
| Gateway Services | $1,000 | Franklin, IN, US | Contribution To Support Services To People With Disabilities In Johnson County Area | 2020 |
| Gennesaret Free Clinic | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support The Medication Refill Program- Home Delivery In A Safe No-contact Manner | 2020 |
| Gleaners | $7,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Funding Of Programs For Hunger Releif In Indiana | 2020 |
| Hendricks County Senior Services | $1,500 | Danville, IN, US | Contribution To Support Funding For Transportation, Meals, Food Pantry And In-home Supportive Services For Seniors In Hendricks County | 2020 |
| Indianapolis Public Schools Foundation | $11,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contributio To The Ips Education Equity Fund | 2020 |
| Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra Youth And Family Development Program | 2020 |
| Interchurch Food Pantry | $1,000 | Whiteland, IN, US | Contribution To Support Hunger Releif In Johnson County | 2020 |
| Johnson County Senior Services | $1,000 | Whiteland, IN, US | Contribution To Their Mission To Provide Transportation, Free Durable Medical Equipment And Essential Basic Needs To Seniors And Those Under 60 With Disabilities | 2020 |
| Julian Center | $2,500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Survivors Of Domestic And Sexual Assault | 2020 |
| Kic-it Kids In Crisis Intervention Team | $3,000 | Franklin, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of A Network Of Support And Impowerment For Youth Ages 16-25 To Break The Cycle Of Homelessness And Promote Independence | 2020 |
| Kijana Educational Empowerment Initiative | $5,000 | North Palm Beach, FL, US | Contribution To The Multi-year Capital Campaign To Support Underserved Kenyan School Communities | 2020 |
| Mlk Center | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Their Mission To Educate Children, Empower Families And Build Community In Their Neighborhoods | 2020 |
| Open Doors Of Washington Township | $2,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Contribution To Support The Food And Clothing Pantry For Hunger Relief In Westfield Washington Township | 2020 |
| Outreach | $10,750 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Programs And Services For The Homeless Youth In Indianapolis | 2020 |
| Second Helpings | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Support Efforts For Hunger Relief And Training For The Unemployed For Meaningful Careers In The Culinary Industry | 2020 |
| Seed Of Caring | $1,500 | Columbus, OH, US | Contribution To Support Programs To Engage Youth In Meaningful Service, Socail-action And Community Building Events | 2020 |
| Servants At Work | $42,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Their Mission To Build Wheelchair Ramps To Persons With Disabilities And With Age Related Conditions | 2020 |
| Shepherd Community Center | $6,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Programs That Benefit The Disadvantaged Community - Providing Meals, Computers And Internet Access And Medical Supplies Such As Facemasks And Hand Sanitizer | 2020 |
| The Oaks Academy Inc | $29,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support Of Their Mission To Educate Their Students And Support Families | 2020 |
| Turning Point | $1,000 | Columbus, IN, US | Contribution In Support For The Prevention And Elimination Of Doemstic And Dating Violence | 2020 |
| Umoja Partnership | $2,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution In Support For Programs Prviding School Lunch Program And Supporting Families In Crisis In Kenya | 2020 |
| Wheeler Mission | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contributio To Support Programs For Homeless Shelters And Helping The Needy By Providing Food, Shelter And Recovery Programs | 2020 |
| Westfield Education Foundation | $1,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Contribution To Support The Students And Staff Of Westfield Washington Schools | 2020 |
| Westfield Youth Assistance Program | $2,000 | Westfield, IN, US | Contributio To Support Sports And Youth Activities, School Clothes And Supplies, Counseling, Recreational, Athletic And Threapeutic Camps | 2020 |
| Westminster Neighborhood Servicesinc | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Contribution To Programs Providng Meals, Food Pantry And Support Of At-risk Children And Disadvantaged Families | 2020 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 35-1754670 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 5307 WOODFIELD DR S Carmel, IN 46033-8604 |
Key People (3)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Thurston Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Marcia Thurston Roberts |
|---|---|
| Director | Tim Thurston |
| Director | Jim Thurston |
Forms 990-PF
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