Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $150,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $37,500. 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$150,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$37,500
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $150,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $234,800 | 4 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 4 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $150,000 | 4 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
Joe Wheeler Memorial 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.
What Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 1 | $37,500 |
| Georgia | 1 | $37,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $37,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $37,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| March of Dimes Birth Defects Fdn | General operating | $37,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General operating | $37,500 |
| Quarterbacking Children's Health Foundation | General operating | $37,500 |
| American Lung Assoc Marina Tanzer | General operating | $37,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Regions Bank
Questions people ask
Does Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Regions Bank (Trustee).
What does Joe Wheeler Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.