Bynum Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bynum Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.3 million and the largest $1.3 million. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.3 million
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$330,515
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $71,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,000 | 6 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $71,500 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 1 | $330,515 |
How to apply
Bynum 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 Bynum Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Scottsboro | General operating | $1.3 million |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Skelton
- Colleen Skelton
- William Tally
- Graham Skelton
- Mark Scott Skelton Jr
- Regions Bank Trust Dept
Questions people ask
Does Bynum Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bynum Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.3 million.
Who runs Bynum Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Skelton (Chairman), Colleen Skelton (Board Member), William Tally (Board Member) and Graham Skelton (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Bynum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.