Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Mobile, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,950 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $275 and the largest $6,900. 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$19,950
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$275
- Largest grant$6,900
- Assets$405,838
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,850 the year before.
63% 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 | $19,500 | 9 | $382,834 |
| 2024 | $17,850 | 10 | $378,228 |
| 2025 | $19,950 | 16 | $405,838 |
How to apply
Lisa Mitchell Charitable 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 Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 12 | $18,950 |
| New York | 1 | $600 |
| Arizona | 1 | $200 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| USA Child & Women | Charitable | $6,900 |
| USA Mitchell Cancer Institute | Charitable | $6,900 |
| Mobile Area Jewish Federation | Religious | $1,100 |
| Ums Wright School | Educational | $1,000 |
| USA Health | Charitable | $1,000 |
| United Way So West | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Jewish Theological Seminary | Religious | $600 |
| Our Sisters' Closet | Charitable | $300 |
| Mobile Museum of Art | Educational | $250 |
| Cong Ahavas Chesed | Religious | $200 |
| America Heart Assoc | Charitable | $200 |
| Exploreum | Educational | $100 |
| Jewish Child Regional Service | Religious | $100 |
| Ronald McDonald | Charitable | $100 |
| St Jude | Research | $100 |
| Via | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Lisa Mitchell Bukstein
- Arlene F Mitchell
- Joy M Grodnick
- Richard C Mitchell
- Melinda M Wertheim
Questions people ask
Does Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation give?
$19,950 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $275.
Who runs Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lisa Mitchell Bukstein (President), Arlene F Mitchell (Vice President/Sec), Joy M Grodnick (Asst Sec) and Richard C Mitchell (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Lisa Mitchell Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and faith communities.