The Gratitude Foundation
Accepts applications
The Gratitude Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $283,400 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$283,400
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$6.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $266,360 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $296,320 | 18 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $266,360 | 15 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $283,400 | 16 | $6.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | The Organization PO Box 530095, Birmingham, AL 35253 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (205) 871-9973 |
| What to submit | Written request |
| Restrictions | Limited to charitable, religious, scientific, literacy or educational purposes within birmingham and its surrounding areas. |
What The Gratitude Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14 | $272,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cahaba River Coalition | Civic | $30,000 |
| Camp McDowell | Education | $30,000 |
| Space One Eleven | Civic | $30,000 |
| Alabama Arise | Civic | $25,000 |
| Coosa Riverkeeper | Civic | $25,000 |
| Camp Sawyerville | Civic | $25,000 |
| Women's Foundation of Alabama | Civic | $20,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in Alabama | Civic | $15,000 |
| Preschool Partners | Education | $15,000 |
| Voices for Alabama's Children | Civic | $15,000 |
| A Plus Education Partnership | Education | $15,000 |
| Alabama School of Fine Arts | Education | $10,000 |
| Public Radio WBHM 903 FM | Civic | $10,000 |
| States Newsroom | Education | $10,000 |
| Alabama Association for Nonprofits | Civic | $7,000 |
| Philanthropy Southeast | Civic | $1,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Jera Stribling
- Trudie Gruman
Questions people ask
Does The Gratitude Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Gratitude Foundation give?
$283,400 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Gratitude Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jera Stribling (President) and Trudie Gruman (Secretary).
What does The Gratitude Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and youth programs.