Turner Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Turner Foundation is a private foundation in Hoover, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $49,800 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $10,000. 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$49,800
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$461,881
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,450 the year before.
79% 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 | $90,150 | 30 | $624,234 |
| 2024 | $13,450 | 7 | $552,116 |
| 2025 | $49,800 | 19 | $461,881 |
How to apply
Turner 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 Turner Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $15,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $3,450 |
| Ohio | 2 | $2,100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,650 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jesus Film Project | General operations | $10,000 |
| United Way Tocqueville Society | General operations | $10,000 |
| American Bible Society | General operations | $5,000 |
| Cathedral Church of the Advent | General operations | $5,000 |
| Wycliff Association | General operations | $4,000 |
| Institute for Justice | General operations | $2,000 |
| The Navigators | General operations | $2,000 |
| Moody Bible Institute | General operations | $1,650 |
| Set Free Alliance | General operations | $1,500 |
| Focal Point Ministries | General operations | $1,250 |
| Family Radio | General operations | $1,100 |
| Grace to You | General operations | $1,100 |
| Gospel in Life | General operations | $1,100 |
| Truth for Life | General operations | $1,100 |
| Icu Mobile | General operations | $1,000 |
| Adlj | General operations | $500 |
| Cru | General operations | $500 |
| Biglife | General operations | $500 |
| Cure International | General operations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mickey L Turner
Questions people ask
Does Turner Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Turner Foundation give?
$49,800 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs Turner Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mickey L Turner (Trustee).
What does Turner Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.