The Hyman Foundation
Accepts applications
The Hyman Foundation is a private foundation in Fairhope, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,250 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $1,375 and the largest $2,500. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$23,250
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$1,375
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$548,274
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $22,850 | 15 | $463,185 |
| 2024 | $22,000 | 15 | $513,234 |
| 2025 | $23,250 | 16 | $548,274 |
How to apply
| Contact | Clifton Mosteller 251 S Bayview St, Fairhope, AL 36532 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (251) 895-0071 |
| What to submit | Letter form with copy of tax exempt status |
| Restrictions | Must be a code section 501 (c) (3) organization |
What The Hyman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14 | $19,250 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Springhill Avenue Temple | Cemetery fund | $2,500 |
| Dumas Wesley Community Center | General purposes | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Research | $2,000 |
| Mitchell Cancer Institute | General purposes | $2,000 |
| Baller Dream Foundation | General purposes | $2,000 |
| McKemie Place | General purposes | $1,550 |
| Friends of the Animal Shelter | General purposes | $1,500 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Mobile | General purposes | $1,500 |
| North Baldwin Animal Shelter | General purposes | $1,250 |
| Penelope House | General purposes | $1,200 |
| Distinguished Young Women | Community service award | $1,000 |
| Mobile Baykeepers | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Mulherin Home | General purposes | $1,000 |
| Village of Springhill | General purposes | $1,000 |
| St Lawrence Church | General purposes | $1,000 |
| St Ignatius Chruch | Backpack ministry | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert L Hyman
- Philip J Hyman
- Cathy H Mosteller
- Ellen H Cunningham
- Clifton Mosteller
Questions people ask
Does The Hyman Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Hyman Foundation give?
$23,250 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $1,375.
Who runs The Hyman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert L Hyman (Trustee), Philip J Hyman (Trustee), Cathy H Mosteller (Trustee) and Ellen H Cunningham (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Hyman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.