Cierniewski Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cierniewski Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,422 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $4,263 and the largest $8,527. 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$28,422
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$4,263
- Largest grant$8,527
- Assets$673,047
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,209 the year before.
20% 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 | $28,831 | 5 | $632,317 |
| 2024 | $27,209 | 5 | $634,654 |
| 2025 | $28,422 | 5 | $673,047 |
How to apply
Cierniewski 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 Cierniewski Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 1 | $8,527 |
| Virginia | 1 | $8,527 |
| Maryland | 2 | $7,105 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $4,263 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United States Navy Memorial Fdn | General operating | $8,527 |
| National World War II Memorial Fund | General operating | $8,527 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research | General operating | $4,263 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General operating | $4,263 |
| National Federation of the Blind DBA Blind Federation of America | General operating | $2,842 |
Officers and trustees
- Regions Bank
Questions people ask
Does Cierniewski Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cierniewski Charitable Foundation give?
$28,422 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $4,263.
Who runs Cierniewski Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Regions Bank (Trustee).
What does Cierniewski Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.