Thompson Family Foundationthe case study.

The Thompson Family Foundation (TFF) was founded in 2014 by Bill and Nancy Thompson, evolving from early charitable giving to a model of engaged philanthropy. Their mission is to address tough social, health, and education problems by supporting exceptional leaders, creating their own solutions, and building on what works to make communities better, particularly for children and the underserved. The foundation's history reflects a journey of deepening commitment and evolving impact, driven by a desire to make a tangible difference.

TFF supports a wide range of nonprofits through an investment-driven approach to grant-making. They offer multi-year funding, organizational and unrestricted grants, and emphasize support and engagement with their partners. This includes facilitating meetings, creating network opportunities, and board engagement. Their approach is guided by listening to partners, conducting rigorous due diligence, and leveraging data-driven insights to ensure strategic and measurable investments.

Over two decades, the Thompson Family Foundation has grown into a model of engaged philanthropy, affecting countless lives. They measure impact by considering the number of lives affected, leveraging resources, and driving systems change. TFF focuses on healthcare, education, and crisis response, supporting consultations, treatment, and direct services for the underserved, improving access to quality education, and providing disaster relief.