Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW
Preselected recipients only
Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW is a private foundation in Troy, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $224,400 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $22,000 and the largest $37,000. 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$224,400
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$22,000
- Largest grant$37,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $195,000 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 | $254,355 | 11 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 11 | $7.0 million |
| 2025 | $224,400 | 10 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW 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 Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 8 | $194,400 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Museum of Alabama | General fund | $37,000 |
| Troy-Pike Cultural Arts Center Inc | General fund | $25,000 |
| Troy Public Radio | General fund | $25,000 |
| Auburn University College of Engine | General fund | $22,400 |
| Troy University Foundation | General fund | $22,000 |
| Alabama State Councile on the Arts | General fund | $22,000 |
| Troy Public Library | General fund | $21,000 |
| Alabama Public Television | General fund | $20,000 |
| The Foundation for AIDS Research | General fund | $15,000 |
| The National Trust for Historic Preservation | General fund | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffery Scott Smith
- Allen C Jones
- Tenise Owens
- Troy Bank and Trust
Questions people ask
Does Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW give?
$224,400 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $22,000.
Who runs Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffery Scott Smith (Chairman), Allen C Jones (Vice Chairma), Tenise Owens (Secretary) and Troy Bank and Trust (Trustee).
What does Corley Chapman Jr Trust UW fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.