Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Alexander City, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $723,500 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $125,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$723,500
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$14.0 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was up from $699,000 the year before.
18% of its 2024 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 | $699,000 | 24 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $723,500 | 23 | $14.0 million |
How to apply
Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation 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.
What Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 23 | $723,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Harbor | Unrestricted | $125,000 |
| Crimson Tide Foundation | Crimson standard fund - athletic scholarships/ russell scholarships | $105,000 |
| University of Alabama Library | Russell-hendrix university libraries endowment for excellence | $85,000 |
| Lake Martin Area United Way | Unrestricted | $70,000 |
| Adelia Russell Library | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Arise | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Alexander City Schools Education Foundation | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Mainstreet Alexander City | Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Alexander City Chamber of Commerce | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Russell Farm Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Tallapoosa Christian Crisis Center | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Alexander City First United Methodist Church | Children's ministry $5000/unrestricted $10,000 | $15,000 |
| Lake Martin Area Humane Society | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Alexander City Board of Education | Hippy program | $10,000 |
| Backpack Buddies | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Bryant Jordan Student-Athlete Scholarship Program | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Alexander City Housing Authority | Southeastern regional council basketball & cheer tournament | $5,000 |
| Embrace Alabama Kids | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Service Dogs of Alabama | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lake Martin Area United Way | After the bell program | $4,000 |
| Benjamin Russell High School | Special needs field trip | $3,000 |
| Alexander City Rotary Club | Dolly parton reading initiative | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Russell
- Luanne Russell
- Thomas Lamberth
Questions people ask
Does Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation give?
$723,500 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin Russell (Director & President), Luanne Russell (Director & Vice President) and Thomas Lamberth (Director & Secretary).
What does Adelia Russell Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.