The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Vestavia Hills, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $200,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $720,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $720,000 | 8 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 18 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Kristy Guthrie 4417 Landon CT, Vestavia Hills, AL 35242 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (205) 251-8000 |
What The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 9 | $790,000 |
| Georgia | 5 | $520,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clark Atlanta University | Scholarship fund | $200,000 |
| Bethune-Cookman University | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Jackson State University | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Leeds City Schools | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Miles College | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Spelman University | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Tuskegee University | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Auburn University | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Morehouse College | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Wounded Warrior | General support | $100,000 |
| Helping Hands for Single Moms | General support | $100,000 |
| St Mary's Academy | Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Paths for Success Foundation | General support of higher education counseling programs | $100,000 |
| Folds of Honor Alabama Chapter | General support | $100,000 |
| Education Reform Now | General support of higher education counseling programs | $100,000 |
| Vidal Access | General support of higher education counseling programs | $60,000 |
| Leeds Outreach | General support | $30,000 |
| Street Grace | General support | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristy Guthrie
- Charles Barkley
- Maureen Barkley
- Christiana Barkley
Questions people ask
Does The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Kristy Guthrie (Secretary/Treasurer), Charles Barkley (President), Maureen Barkley (Vice President) and Christiana Barkley (Vice President).
What does The Charles Barkley Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.