The Alexander Foundation
Accepts applications
The Alexander Foundation is a private foundation in Annapolis, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$103,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,000 the year before.
8% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $80,000 | 14 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $75,000 | 12 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $103,000 | 13 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Edythe M Alexander 1255 Cherry Tree Lane, Annapolis, MD 21403 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (410) 267-8369 |
| What to submit | Information available upon written request. |
What The Alexander Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $25,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $12,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Best Friends Animal Sanctuary | Animal charity | $10,000 |
| Holt International Children Service | International adoption | $10,000 |
| John Hopkins Children's Hospital | Children's charity | $10,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation | Children's charity | $10,000 |
| St Anne's Episocpal Church | Charity | $10,000 |
| St Jude's Children's Research | Children's charity | $10,000 |
| The Lighthouse Inc | Homeless prevention & food pantry | $10,000 |
| The Smile Train | Children's charity | $10,000 |
| Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine | Animal charity | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake Wildlife Heritage | Animal charity | $5,000 |
| Harsimus Cemetary | Upkeep of cemetary | $5,000 |
| Amanda Schultz Scholarship Fund | Memorial scholarship fund | $2,000 |
| Grreat | Animal charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen
- Edythe M
Questions people ask
Does The Alexander Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Alexander Foundation give?
$103,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Alexander Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen (Treasurer/Se) and Edythe M (President).
What does The Alexander Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and animals.