The Welch Group Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Welch Group Foundation is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $172,501 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$172,501
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $222,500 the year before.
47% of its 2024 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 | $222,500 | 30 | $964,809 |
| 2024 | $172,501 | 32 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Welch Group 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 Welch Group Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 29 | $141,500 |
| New York | 1 | $20,001 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Create Birmingham | Youth development | $25,000 |
| Foundations Early Learning & Family Center | Community | $25,000 |
| Grace Klein Community | Family services | $25,000 |
| Redeemer City to City | Community | $20,001 |
| YMCA of Mountain Brook | Youth development | $12,500 |
| Campus Outreach Serve Dept 485 | Community | $10,000 |
| Red Mountain Park | Educational | $10,000 |
| Birmingham Civil Rights | Educational | $5,000 |
| Quarterbacking Children's Health | Health & medical | $5,000 |
| Birmingham Talks | Educational | $2,500 |
| Blount County Education Fund | Educational | $2,500 |
| Children's Harbor Focha | Family medical needs | $2,500 |
| Cornerstone School | Educational | $2,500 |
| Holy Family Cristo Rey | Educational | $2,500 |
| Levite Jewish Community Center | Educational | $2,500 |
| Young Life South Birmingham | Youth development | $2,500 |
| Amanda Pair Foundation | Health & medical | $2,000 |
| Homewood Lacrosse | Youth development | $2,000 |
| Will Bright Foundation | Health and medical | $2,000 |
| Alabama Oncology Foundation | Health and medical | $1,500 |
| Alabama Childhood Food Solutions | Community | $1,000 |
| Big Oak Ranch | Community | $1,000 |
| Cahaba River Society | Community | $1,000 |
| Hoover Service Club | Educational | $1,000 |
| JDRF Middle TN | Health and medical | $1,000 |
| Kiwanis Club of Homewood | Community outreach | $1,000 |
| Owens House | Family medical needs | $1,000 |
| SFX Home & School Association | Educational | $1,000 |
| Ascpa | Educational | $500 |
| Cahaba Valley Health Care | Family medical needs | $500 |
| Church 220 | Community | $500 |
| Norma Livingston | Health & medical | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Stewart H Welch III
- C Gregory Weyandt
- Kimberly R Reynolds
Questions people ask
Does The Welch Group Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Welch Group Foundation give?
$172,501 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs The Welch Group Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stewart H Welch III (President), C Gregory Weyandt (Secretary) and Kimberly R Reynolds (Treasurer).
What does The Welch Group Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and youth programs.