The George & Laura Flowers Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The George & Laura Flowers Foundation is a private foundation in Panama City Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $91,028 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,312 and the largest $55,275. 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$91,028
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,312
- Largest grant$55,275
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $84,325 the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $86,312 | 21 | $1.7 million |
| 2023 | $84,325 | 16 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $91,028 | 18 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The George & Laura Flowers 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 George & Laura Flowers Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 15 | $86,778 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church | General Fund | $55,275 |
| Safe Dothan | General Fund | $10,000 |
| United Way | General Fund | $5,000 |
| Dothan Boys and Girls Club | General Fund | $3,500 |
| Communities of Transformation | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Rotary Foundation | General Fund | $3,000 |
| Salvation Army | Angel Tree Project | $2,683 |
| City Hope | General Fund | $2,000 |
| Wiregrass Area Food Bank | General Fund | $1,625 |
| Blayne Hardy Barfield Foundation | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Alabama Network of Family Resource Centers | General Fund | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Library | General Fund | $500 |
| Providence Christian School | General Fund | $500 |
| Blake Wood Foundation | Memorial Golf Tournament | $500 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | General Fund | $250 |
| Harbor Church | General Fund | $100 |
| Time Youth Dothan | General Fund | $95 |
Officers and trustees
- George Flowers
Questions people ask
Does The George & Laura Flowers Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The George & Laura Flowers Foundation give?
$91,028 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,312.
Who runs The George & Laura Flowers Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Flowers (President).
What does The George & Laura Flowers Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.