The Seamen's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Seamen's Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $46,750 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$46,750
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,112 the year before.
40% 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 | $33,750 | 6 | $960,354 |
| 2024 | $40,112 | 5 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $46,750 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Seamen's 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 5 | $46,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Maritime Museum Gulf of Mex | General operating | $20,000 |
| Stella Maris Archdiocese of Mobile | General operating | $12,000 |
| Dauphin Island Sea Lab | General operating | $6,000 |
| Buckaroo Foundation | General operating | $5,000 |
| Propeller Club of the United States Port | General operating | $3,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael B Lee
- J Edgar Brister
- D R Jordan
- Andrew A Saunders
- Patrick J Wilson
- T Lee Robinson Jr
- H S Thorne
- Erin R Wheeler
- Regions Bank
Questions people ask
Does The Seamen's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Seamen's Foundation give?
$46,750 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Seamen's Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael B Lee (Board Member), J Edgar Brister (Secretary/ Treas Board Member), D R Jordan (V Pres and Board Member) and Andrew A Saunders (Pres and Board Member) among 9 officers and trustees.