Sos Foundation of Jefferson County
Preselected recipients only
Sos Foundation of Jefferson County is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,250. 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$20,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,250
- Assets$477,171
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $20,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $20,000 | 6 | $457,520 |
| 2024 | $20,500 | 6 | $477,171 |
How to apply
Sos Foundation of Jefferson County 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 Sos Foundation of Jefferson County funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 6 | $20,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lawson State Community College | Scholarship for promotion | $5,250 |
| Jefferson State Junior College | Scholarship for promotion | $5,250 |
| Uab School of Nursing | Scholarship for promotion | $3,500 |
| Samford University School of Nursing | Scholarship for promotion | $3,500 |
| Samford University School of Pharmacy | Scholarship for promotion | $1,500 |
| Auburn University School of Pharmacy | Scholarship for promotion | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcie Braswell
- Dr Mark Wilson
- Mrs Anne R Moses
- Nena Sanders
- Dr Max Michael
- Mr Martin Nowak
- Stacey Kelpke
- Brenda O'Neal
Questions people ask
Does Sos Foundation of Jefferson County accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sos Foundation of Jefferson County give?
$20,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Sos Foundation of Jefferson County?
Its 2024 filing lists Marcie Braswell (Secretary), Dr Mark Wilson (Director), Mrs Anne R Moses (Director) and Nena Sanders (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Sos Foundation of Jefferson County fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.