The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $15,000. 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$77,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $80,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $75,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $77,500 | 11 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
The Adele P Azar 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 The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 9 | $69,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St George Melkite Catholic Church | General operating budget | $15,000 |
| Uab Comprehensive Cancer Center | General operating budget | $12,500 |
| Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church | General operating budget | $10,000 |
| Childrens Hospital of Alabama | General operating budget | $7,500 |
| John Carroll High School | General operating budget | $7,500 |
| Vanderbilt University Medical Center Development | General operating budget | $7,500 |
| American Cancer Society | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| St Francis Catholic Church | General operating budget | $5,000 |
| Children First Alliance | General operating budget | $4,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General operating budget | $2,500 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General operating budget | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Georgina H Smith
- Suraya H Moore
- Joseph T Ritchey
Questions people ask
Does The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation give?
$77,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Georgina H Smith (Trustee), Suraya H Moore (Trustee) and Joseph T Ritchey (Trustee).
What does The Adele P Azar Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.