City View Foundation
Preselected recipients only
City View Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$150,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $144,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $100,000 | 10 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $144,000 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $150,000 | 11 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
City View 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 City View Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 8 | $80,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shanta Foundation | Path out of poverty | $50,000 |
| Urban Ministry | Building/training program | $50,000 |
| General Council on Finance & Administration UMC | Support | $10,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Conservation | $10,000 |
| Woodland Park Zoo Seattle | Wildlife conservation | $10,000 |
| Birmingham Zoo | Cougar cross habitat | $5,000 |
| Camp Sumatanga | Support and maintenance | $5,000 |
| Community Furniture Bank | Pick up / delivery services for used furniture and appliances | $5,000 |
| Mobile Baykeeper | Support | $2,000 |
| Ruffner Mountain | Suport and maintenance | $2,000 |
| North Star Soccer Ministires | Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allen H McCain
- Laura H McCain
- Kaylor A McCain
- Porter M McCain
Questions people ask
Does City View Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does City View Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs City View Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allen H McCain (President/Treasurer), Laura H McCain (Vice President/Secretary), Kaylor A McCain (Director) and Porter M McCain (Director).
What does City View Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and animals.