Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Mobile, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $349,723 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $52,600. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$349,723
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$52,600
- Assets$7.8 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $321,306 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $321,306 | 26 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $349,723 | 28 | $7.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John T Hensley Oakworth Captial Ban PO Box 1625, Mobile, AL 36633 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (251) 375-7802, john.hensley@oakworthcapital.com |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted in written format and include a cover letter, a proposal including timeline, budget outline and estimated impact of project on primary and secondary stakeholders (including the number of individuals that will benefit from the funding.) the application should also include a copy of the organization's IRS 501(c)(3) federal exemption letter, a list of the board of directors and support materies (i.e., annual reports, brochures, flyers, press clipping, etc.) |
What Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 27 | $339,723 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Springhill College | Scholarships | $52,600 |
| Little Sisters of the Poor | Charitable donation | $27,500 |
| University of South Alabama | Scholarships | $27,000 |
| Victory Health Partners | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| University of Mobile | Scholarships | $24,000 |
| McKemie Place | Charitable donation | $20,000 |
| First Light Community Home | Charitable donation | $19,000 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable donation | $17,000 |
| Feed the Gulf Coast | Chariable donation | $15,000 |
| Mobile Symphony Orchestra | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| USA Helath (University of South Alabama) | Charitable donation | $13,500 |
| Dauphin Island Sea Lab | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Downtown Mobile Alliance - Main Street Mobile Inc | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Mulherin Home | Celebrate hope | $10,000 |
| Vagabond Missions - Mobile | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| United Way of SW Alabama | Charitable donation | $6,000 |
| Dance Without Limits | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Goodwill Easter Seals of the Gulf Coast | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Catholic Church | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Wings of Life | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Waterfront Mission Mobile | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocate | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Autism 2 Ability | Charitable donation | $4,000 |
| Dumas Wesley | Charitable donation | $3,000 |
| Historic Restoration Society | Charitable donation | $3,000 |
| Bishop State Community College | Scholarships | $2,623 |
| Taps Drill | Charitable donation | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert B King
- Gregory L Luce
- Walter F D'olive III
- Oakworth Capital Bank
Questions people ask
Does Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation give?
$349,723 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert B King (Director), Gregory L Luce (Director), Walter F D'olive III (Director) and Oakworth Capital Bank (Trustee).
What does Harry J and Aloyis L Sonneborn Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and faith communities.