The Daniel Foundation of Alabama
Accepts applications
The Daniel Foundation of Alabama is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $7.5 million in 521 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $112,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$7.5 million
- Number of grants521
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$112,500
- Assets$135 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $6.9 million the year before.
50% 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 | $6.9 million | 501 | $131 million |
| 2024 | $7.5 million | 521 | $135 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Maria S Kennedy Executive Director 510 Office Park Drive Suite 210, Birmingham, AL 35223 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (205) 874-3523 |
| What to submit, deadlines, restrictions | Please see our website |
What The Daniel Foundation of Alabama funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 483 | $7.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $80,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| New York | 5 | $25,300 |
| Virginia | 4 | $22,000 |
| Georgia | 4 | $21,920 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $21,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $17,500 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University Charter School | Charitable | $112,500 |
| Community Food Bank of Central Alabama | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Lovelady Center | Charitable | $100,000 |
| University of South Alabama | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Alabama Casa Network Inc- Opelika | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Birmingham Zoo | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Jimmie Hale Mission | Charitable | $75,000 |
| McWane Science Center | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Mobile Area Education Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Alabama | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Nature Conservancy of Alabama | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Phalen Leadership Academies | Charitable | $75,000 |
| The University of Alabama-Tuscaloosa | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Troy University Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Troy University Foundation | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Tuscaloosa City Schools | Charitable | $70,000 |
| Common Ground Montgomery | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Alabama School of Mathematics and Science Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Alabama Symphonic Association Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Good Samaritan Health Clinic of Cullman Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Modern Classrooms Project | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Northwest-Shoals Community College Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Pioneer Museum of Alabama | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Sight Savers America | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Sight Savers America | Charitable | $50,000 |
| St Bernard Abbey & Preparatory School | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Apt Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Montgomery Area Family Violence Program Inc DBA Family Sunshine Center | Charitable | $50,000 |
| US Space & Rocket Center Education Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Welcome Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| West Alabama Food Bank Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Alabama | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Create Birmingham | Charitable | $45,000 |
| A Education Partnership | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Bridgeways (Formerly Camp Fire Alabama) | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Empower Schools of Alabama | Charitable | $40,000 |
| I3 Academy | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Kids to Love Foundation | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Legacy Prep | Charitable | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles W Daniel
- Marion Daniel Head
- Lyndra P Daniel
- Maria S Kennedy
- Lucy McVay
- Jack Hawkins Jr
- Zachary J Daniel
- Christopher H Daniel
Questions people ask
Does The Daniel Foundation of Alabama accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Please see our website.
How much does The Daniel Foundation of Alabama give?
$7.5 million in tax year 2024, across 521 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Daniel Foundation of Alabama?
Its 2024 filing lists Charles W Daniel (Chairman), Marion Daniel Head (Vice President), Lyndra P Daniel (President) and Maria S Kennedy (Exec. Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Daniel Foundation of Alabama fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.