The Fayette Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fayette Community Foundation is a private foundation in Fayette, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $601,415 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $9,250 and the largest $99,907. 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$601,415
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$9,250
- Largest grant$99,907
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $589,492 the year before.
28% 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 | $560,471 | 23 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $589,492 | 27 | $15.4 million |
| 2025 | $601,415 | 28 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
The Fayette Community 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 Fayette Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 28 | $601,415 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fayette Medical Center Board | Community | $99,907 |
| Fayette County Schools | Educational | $86,183 |
| Bevill State College | Educational | $74,500 |
| Berry Schools | Educational | $62,808 |
| Fayette County Commission | Community | $42,967 |
| City of Fayette Al | Community | $40,050 |
| Hubbertville Schools | Educational | $31,900 |
| Town of Berry | Community | $20,000 |
| Mt Vernon Community Club | Community | $18,000 |
| Fayette Chamber of Commerce | Community | $15,000 |
| Individual | Community | $14,000 |
| Fayette Memorial Gardens | Community | $10,000 |
| Hopes Choice of Al | Community | $10,000 |
| Weldy Home | Community | $10,000 |
| Fayette Memorial Library | Community | $8,500 |
| Christian Center of Concern | Community | $8,000 |
| Town of Belk | Community | $6,800 |
| Hubbertville Foundation | Community | $6,000 |
| Fayette Kiwanis Club | Community | $5,000 |
| Friends of the Animal Shelter | Community | $5,000 |
| West Highland Historical Foundation | Community | $5,000 |
| Fayette 4H | Community | $4,500 |
| Town of Glen Allen Alabama | Community | $4,000 |
| Will Bright Foundation | Community | $4,000 |
| Berry Womens Club | Community | $4,000 |
| Individual | Community | $2,500 |
| Individual | Community | $2,000 |
| The Loft Outreach | Community | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- Judge William Oswalt
- Eddie Robertson
- Mayor Rod Northam
- Dale Lawrence
- Jim Burkhalter
- Jeffery Richardson
- Skip Newman
- Bobbie Kemp Driver
- Carlton Benton
- Mike Freeman
- Ray Nelson
Questions people ask
Does The Fayette Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fayette Community Foundation give?
$601,415 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $9,250.
Who runs The Fayette Community Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Judge William Oswalt (President), Eddie Robertson (V President), Mayor Rod Northam (V President) and Dale Lawrence (Secretary) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Fayette Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.