The Libelle Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Libelle Fund is a private foundation in Montgomery, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$220,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $199,000 the year before.
30% 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 | $150,006 | 21 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $199,000 | 21 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $220,000 | 23 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
The Libelle Fund 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 Libelle Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 7 | $95,000 |
| Maryland | 4 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $38,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $7,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Boca Grande | General fund | $30,000 |
| National Gallery of Art Circle | General fund | $25,000 |
| Boca Grande Health Clinic Foundatio | General fund | $25,000 |
| JF Library Foundation | General fund | $15,000 |
| Englewood Community Care Clinic | General fund | $10,000 |
| Assoc for Diplomatic Studies & Trai | General fund | $10,000 |
| Decorative Arts Trust | General fund | $10,000 |
| Metropolitan Club Presbyterian Foun | General fund | $10,000 |
| Wheaton Fund | General fund | $10,000 |
| Bread for the City | General fund | $8,000 |
| N Street Village | General fund | $8,000 |
| So Others Might Eat | General fund | $8,000 |
| Beyond the Hoop Foundation | General fund | $5,000 |
| Business Council for International | General fund | $5,000 |
| Gasparilla Island Conservation & Im | General fund | $5,000 |
| Potomac Fund | General fund | $5,000 |
| McLean School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Bullis School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank of SW Florid | General fund | $5,000 |
| Royal Palm Players Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| Presbyterian School | General fund | $5,000 |
| Wadsworth Perservation Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Regions Bank Trust Department
Questions people ask
Does The Libelle Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Libelle Fund give?
$220,000 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Libelle Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Regions Bank Trust Department (Trustee).
What does The Libelle Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.