The Payne Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Payne Foundation is a private foundation in Huntsville, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $213,924 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $51,610 and the largest $59,094. 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$213,924
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$51,610
- Largest grant$59,094
- Assets$0
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,500 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 | $7,500 | 3 | $161,791 |
| 2024 | $7,500 | 3 | $216,425 |
| 2025 | $213,924 | 4 | $0 |
How to apply
The Payne 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 Payne Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 3 | $162,314 |
| Georgia | 1 | $51,610 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Life Source | The grant will assistwith inpatient drugaddiction. | $59,094 |
| Best Life Recovery | The grant will benefitwomen with a homerecovering from addiction | $51,610 |
| Ours Masters Camp | The grant will provide counselingChrist discipleship and communityfor men of all ages with addiction. | $51,610 |
| Ross Recovery Community Center | The grant will provide funds to assist 6 state wide community recoverycenters for opiod treatment | $51,610 |
Officers and trustees
- George H Payne
- Danah White
- Burton H Payne
- Samuel H Givhan
Questions people ask
Does The Payne Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Payne Foundation give?
$213,924 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $51,610.
Who runs The Payne Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George H Payne (Chairman), Danah White (Secretary), Burton H Payne (Director) and Samuel H Givhan (Director).
What does The Payne Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.