Forward Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Forward Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Selma, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $54,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$54,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$960,523
How to apply
Forward Charitable Trust 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 Forward Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 4 | $39,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama Public Radio the Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama | General support | $20,000 |
| YMCA of Selma Dallas County | General support | $15,000 |
| Yellowhammer Theatre Group Inc | General support | $15,000 |
| Alabama Public Radio the Board of Trustees of the University of Alabama | General support | $2,000 |
| Alabama Shakespeare Festival | General support | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry W Gamble Jr
- Molly F Gamble
Questions people ask
Does Forward Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Forward Charitable Trust give?
$54,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Forward Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry W Gamble Jr (Trustee) and Molly F Gamble (Trustee).
What does Forward Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.