W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.9 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $950,000. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$950,000
- Assets$17.3 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
27% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.9 million | 16 | $17.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 15 | $17.3 million |
How to apply
W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc 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 W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 10 | $1.3 million |
| Kansas | 1 | $500,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of the Highlands | Charitable | $950,000 |
| The Signatry A Global Christian Foundation | Charitable | $500,000 |
| Second Wind Programs Inc | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Vapor International | Charitable | $103,480 |
| Grace House Ministries | Charitable | $55,000 |
| Equip Leadership Inc | Charitable | $50,000 |
| High Point University | Education | $50,000 |
| Union University | Charitable | $25,000 |
| United Way of Central Alabama | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Wellhouse Inc | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Christ Health Center | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Milo's Foundation Inc | Charitable | $15,000 |
| James E Hughes Jr Foundation | Charitable | $5,200 |
| Tipping Point Community | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Charitable Contributions From Passthrough | Charitable | $912 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark J Brown
- Kenneth H Polk
Questions people ask
Does W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark J Brown (President/Secretary) and Kenneth H Polk (Vp/Treasurer).
What does W Earl Richards Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.