Skyros Benevolent Society
Preselected recipients only
Skyros Benevolent Society is a private foundation in Mobile, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,110 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $275 and the largest $1,450. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$12,110
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$275
- Largest grant$1,450
- Assets$0
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $12,245 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $15,124 | 31 | $410,764 |
| 2023 | $12,245 | 32 | $0 |
| 2024 | $12,110 | 30 | $0 |
How to apply
Skyros Benevolent Society 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 Skyros Benevolent Society funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 28 | $11,310 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church | Genral operating budget | $1,450 |
| Penelope House | General budget | $1,300 |
| Cathedral of the Immaculate Con | General operating funds | $700 |
| Mobile Symphony Orchestra | General budget | $650 |
| Catholic Charities | General operating funds | $600 |
| Mobile Museum of Art | General Budget | $600 |
| Mulherin Home | General budget | $550 |
| Little Sister of the Poor | General budget | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | General Budget | $500 |
| United Cerebal Palsy | GEneral budget | $400 |
| Dauphin Island Sea Lab Foundation | General budget | $370 |
| Waterfront Rescue Mission | general budget | $350 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General budget | $300 |
| History Museum of Mobile | General budget | $300 |
| Samaritans Purse | General Budget | $300 |
| Alabama Coastal Foundation | General budget | $250 |
| Friends of the Mobile Animal Shelte | General funds | $250 |
| McKemie Place | General budget | $250 |
| Our Sisters closet | General budget | $250 |
| Salvation Army | general budget | $250 |
| Wilmer Hall Childrens Home | General fund | $250 |
| Home of Grace for Women | General budget | $250 |
| Friends of the Public Library | General Budget | $250 |
| Mobile SPCA | General Budget | $250 |
| USS Alabama Battleship Foundation | General budget | $200 |
| Mobile Baykeeper | General Budget | $200 |
| Ransom Ministries | General budget | $200 |
| St Pius X Catholic Parish | General Budget | $200 |
| Child Advocacy Center | General budget | $100 |
| Historic Mobile Preservation Societ | general budget | $90 |
Officers and trustees
- Maria P Weichman
- Leah Panayiotou Ladd
- John R Weichman
Questions people ask
Does Skyros Benevolent Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Skyros Benevolent Society give?
$12,110 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $275.
Who runs Skyros Benevolent Society?
Its 2024 filing lists Maria P Weichman (President), Leah Panayiotou Ladd (Director) and John R Weichman (Secretary).
What does Skyros Benevolent Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and youth programs.