Joy Thomas Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Los Altos Hills, California · EIN 85-4238139
- California
- Los Altos Hills
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking Foundations in California
- Total giving
- $30KTax year 2023
- Total assets
- $890KLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2023Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
The organization's mission is to inspire students to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The organization attempts to do so by providing mentoring, training and partial financing to disadvantaged college and high school students. Additionally, the organization intends to keep alive the legacy of Joy Thomas through awards for research conducted in the field of Information Theory.
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| IEEE Foundation Inc | $55K | 2022 |
| Learn for Life Foundation | $7.5K | 2022 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list is available with a free account.
Website: www.joythomasfoundation.org
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2023. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.