Ace the Stigma
Preselected recipients only
Ace the Stigma is a private foundation in Montgomery, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $312,705 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $61,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$312,705
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$61,500
- Assets$81,167
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $194,205 the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,500 | 1 | $45,832 |
| 2024 | $194,205 | 5 | $79,086 |
| 2025 | $312,705 | 8 | $81,167 |
How to apply
Ace the Stigma says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ace the Stigma funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 7 | $289,205 |
| Florida | 1 | $23,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hopeway Foundation | Support of programs | $61,500 |
| Mental Health America of Central Carolinas | Support of programs | $61,500 |
| Alexander Children's Foundation | Support of programs. | $61,500 |
| For Students | Support of programs | $35,000 |
| Mission 34 Inc | Support of programs | $35,000 |
| Kindermourn | Support of programs. | $30,500 |
| Here Tomorrow (Jax) | Support of programs. | $23,500 |
| Alexander's Youth Network | Support of programs | $4,205 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Reiney
- Bill Sharp
- David Stern
- Tim Kullick
- Bryant Owens
- Joe Reiney
- Rachel Kenyon
- Suzzane Johnson
- Robert Givone
Questions people ask
Does Ace the Stigma accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ace the Stigma give?
$312,705 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Ace the Stigma?
Its 2025 filing lists Mike Reiney (President), Bill Sharp (Vice President), David Stern (Treasurer) and Tim Kullick (Secretary) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Ace the Stigma fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.