The Nabers Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nabers Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Mountain Brook, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $365,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $47,500 and the largest $265,000. 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$365,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$47,500
- Largest grant$265,000
- Assets$20.2 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $260,000 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 | $385,000 | 4 | $16.8 million |
| 2024 | $260,000 | 4 | $19.5 million |
| 2025 | $365,000 | 4 | $20.2 million |
How to apply
The Nabers Charitable 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 Nabers Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $265,000 |
| Alabama | 3 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation | For General Support | $265,000 |
| Christian African Leadership Mission | For General Support | $85,000 |
| Cornerstone Schools of Alabama | For General Support | $10,000 |
| The Episcopal Diocese of Alabama | For General Support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Drayton Nabers Jr
- Fairfax Smathers Nabers
- Mary Nabers Doyle
- Fairfax Nabers Blount
- Drayton Nabers III
Questions people ask
Does The Nabers Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nabers Charitable Foundation give?
$365,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $47,500.
Who runs The Nabers Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Drayton Nabers Jr (President/Director), Fairfax Smathers Nabers (Secretary/Trustee), Mary Nabers Doyle (Treasurer/Trustee) and Fairfax Nabers Blount (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Nabers Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.