Gifts and Grace Inc
Preselected recipients only
Gifts and Grace Inc is a private foundation in Trussville, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $91,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$91,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was down from $92,600 the year before.
7% 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 | $71,000 | 12 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $92,600 | 15 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $91,500 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Gifts and Grace Inc 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 Gifts and Grace Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 13 | $89,500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vestavia Hills United Methodist Church | To support the general operations of the congregation | $32,000 |
| University of Alabama | General operating support | $26,000 |
| Greater Birmingham Humane Society | To promote the humane treatment of people and animals through education, advocacy and services. | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | To prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the scout oath and law | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital of Alabama | To support the activities and mission of the children's hospital of alabama (cha) | $5,000 |
| Big Oak Ranch | Contributions to a christian home for children needing a chance | $2,000 |
| Cahaba River Society | To restore and protect the cahaba river watershed and it rich diversity of life | $2,000 |
| Greens Chapel Cumberland Presbyterian | To support the general operations of the congregation | $2,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operating support | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | To honor and empower wounded warriors | $2,000 |
| Cultivate Church | To support the building fund | $1,000 |
| Mitchell's Place | To provide comprehensive, research-based services for children and families affected by autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities | $1,000 |
| The Prescott House | To aid victims of child abuse | $1,000 |
| Ateam Ministries - Heart 2 Heart Gala | To offer spiritual, emotional, and financial support to children and their families within the pediatric cancer community | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles K McPherson Sr
- Charles K McPherson Jr
- Debbie Clowdus
- John T McPherson
Questions people ask
Does Gifts and Grace Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gifts and Grace Inc give?
$91,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gifts and Grace Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles K McPherson Sr (President/Sec./Treas.), Charles K McPherson Jr (Vice President (Til 10/14/25)), Debbie Clowdus (Director (Til 10/14/25)) and John T McPherson (Vice President (Til 10/14/25)).
What does Gifts and Grace Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.