The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation is a private foundation in Florence, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $5.6 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $3.5 million. 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$5.6 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$3.5 million
- Assets$14.2 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.5 million | 29 | $12.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 29 | $15.6 million |
| 2025 | $5.6 million | 29 | $14.2 million |
How to apply
The Charlie & Moll Anderson 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 Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13 | $5.2 million |
| California | 4 | $245,000 |
| Texas | 3 | $35,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $35,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $35,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $30,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Tennessee Foundation | Benevolent donation | $3.5 million |
| University of Tennessee Medical Center | Benevolent donation | $1.0 million |
| West High School Athletic Council | Benevolent donation | $420,735 |
| Visionary Women | Benevolent donation | $150,000 |
| Anderson Associates Assistant Fund | Benevolent donation | $100,000 |
| United Way of Greater Knoxville | Benevolent donation | $100,000 |
| My Friend's Place | Benevolent donation | $50,000 |
| Phoenix Art Museum | Benevolent donation | $35,000 |
| Amfar | Benevolent donation | $30,000 |
| Find the Cause | Benevolent donation | $30,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department | Benevolent donation | $25,000 |
| The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Benevolent donation | $25,000 |
| O'Neal Cancer Center Uab | Benevolent donation | $20,000 |
| Share Inc | Benevolent donation | $20,000 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | Benevolent donation | $15,000 |
| Friends of the Smokies | Benevolent donation | $15,000 |
| Minnie's Food Pantry | Benevolent donation | $15,000 |
| National Mill Dog Rescue | Benevolent donation | $12,000 |
| Grant Halliburton Foundation | Benevolent donation | $10,000 |
| Muscle Shoals Music Association | Benevolent donation | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest | Benevolent donation | $10,000 |
| St Mark United Methodist Church | Benevolent donation | $10,000 |
| World Affairs Council of Dallas Fort Worth | Benevolent donation | $10,000 |
| Adopt A Golden Knoxville | Benevolent donation | $5,000 |
| Girl Talk Inc | Benevolent donation | $5,000 |
| Givinga Foundation | Benevolent donation | $5,000 |
| Random Acts of Flowers | Benevolent donation | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Benevolent donation | $5,000 |
| Kerbela Shriners | Benevolent donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles C Anderson Jr
- Martin R Abroms
Questions people ask
Does The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation give?
$5.6 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles C Anderson Jr (Director) and Martin R Abroms (Director).
What does The Charlie & Moll Anderson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.