Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation is a private foundation in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,004 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,375 and the largest $24,000. 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$55,004
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,375
- Largest grant$24,000
- Assets$2,576
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,949 the year before.
46% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $37,949 | 11 | $807 |
| 2025 | $55,004 | 11 | $2,576 |
How to apply
Holland & Carolyn Powell 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 1 | $24,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $16,047 |
| Alabama | 5 | $13,029 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,545 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $133 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Weatherby Foundation | To assist the weatherby foundation in their efforts to educate the public of the role of ethical hunting for wildlife conservation. | $24,000 |
| Safari Club International Foundation | To assist the sci foundation in their mission to ensure the future of wildlife through conservation, education, and hunting. | $13,672 |
| University of Alabama Tide Pride | To support the university of alabama and their educational programs. | $4,894 |
| University of Alabama | To support the university of alabama and their educational programs. | $4,350 |
| Auburn Student Program | To support auburn university and their educational programs. | $3,135 |
| Safari Club International | To assist the sci in their mission to protect the heritage of hunting and promote wildlife conservation. | $2,375 |
| Wildlife Center Michigan | To assist the wildlife center in their mission to educate and advocate for conservation and ethical hunting. | $1,545 |
| Leadership Alabama | To assist leadership alabama in their mission of challenging, motivating and engaging alabama's proven leaders. | $350 |
| Trail of Tears Buy A Brick | To support the construction of a memorial which will help fund the preservation, education, and public awareness of the forced removal of native americans along the trail of tears. | $300 |
| Kentucky Colonels | To assist the ky colonels promote goodwill and fellowship around the world. | $250 |
| United Way Hunger Campaign | To assist united way in their mission of improving lives around the world. | $133 |
Officers and trustees
- J Holland Powell
- Carolyn S Powell
- S Jordan Hasler
Questions people ask
Does Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation give?
$55,004 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,375.
Who runs Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists J Holland Powell (Director), Carolyn S Powell (Director) and S Jordan Hasler (Director).
What does Holland & Carolyn Powell Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.