Splawn Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Splawn Family Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $414,534 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $205,434. 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$414,534
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$205,434
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was down from $417,200 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $417,200 | 10 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $414,534 | 17 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
Splawn Family 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 Splawn Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $205,434 |
| Alabama | 9 | $126,600 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $70,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation Inc | Charitable donation | $205,434 |
| Canvas Church | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Furman University | Charitable donation | $50,000 |
| Cross Creek Church | Charitable donation | $25,000 |
| Hoover Helps | Charitable donation | $15,000 |
| Birmingham Community Church | Charitable donation | $12,100 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | Charitable donation | $10,000 |
| Sav A Life Inc | Charitable donation | $8,500 |
| Greater Birmingham Fca | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Lifeline Children's Service | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Foundry Dental Center | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Greenville Chorale | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Greenville Humane Society | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Greenville Symphony Orchestra | Charitable donation | $5,000 |
| Southern Wesleyan University | Charitable donationcharitable donation | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church Hendersonville | Charitable donation | $2,500 |
| Shades Mountain Elementary School | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steven D Splawn
- Katherine E Duncan
- Howard H Piper
Questions people ask
Does Splawn Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Splawn Family Foundation give?
$414,534 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Splawn Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steven D Splawn (President, Treasurer), Katherine E Duncan (Vice President, Secretary) and Howard H Piper (Director).
What does Splawn Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and arts and culture.