Samuel L Powell Trust
Accepts applications
Samuel L Powell Trust is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $40,000 in 40 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$40,000
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$956,593
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $31,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $30,000 | 1 | $844,571 |
| 2024 | $31,000 | 15 | $891,236 |
| 2025 | $40,000 | 40 | $956,593 |
How to apply
| Contact | TC Williams High School Guidance Ce 3330 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (703) 824-6730 |
| What to submit | Available at the guidance center |
| Deadlines | April 6 |
| Restrictions | Graduates of city of alexandria high school |
What Samuel L Powell Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 35 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Norfolk State University FBO Victor Morgan | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Virginia Tech FBO Prescilla Kimbunda | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| James Madison University FBO Maya Gleaton | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Laiba Anar | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Syracuse University FBO Noah Jennings | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Fatima M Lopez | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Mary Washington FBO Promise Duah | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Virginia FBO Kalkidan Argaw | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Marymount University FBO Elba P Chavez | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| James Madison University FBO Ahmed Elgamal | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Virginia FBO Ali Sheikh | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Kevin M Reyes | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Virginia State University FBO Makayla Reynolds | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| University of Mary Washington FBO Saron Getachew | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University FBO Kwadjo Boateng | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Isata Sheriff | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Stevenson University FBO Joshua | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| James Madison University FBO Brendan Smith | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Bibi Aamin | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Spelman College FBO Amel Mohdali | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Semdon Azandegbe | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University FBO Evelyn Rivas | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University Fbonoah Kidane | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Angie F Canales | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Emily Royas | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Temple University FBO Rriel D Talley | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| James Madison University FBO Danny Portillo | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Virginia Commonwealth University FBO Alyssa Mae Bautista | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Shadia Mumin | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Maxine Addison | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Alfred University FBO Zachary Roberts | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Kevin Fernandez | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Northern Virginia Community College FBO Aliyah del Pozo | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Marilyn Gallo-Carcam | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Hagar Abougenina | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| James Madison University FBO Kaifi Abdullah | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Old Dominion University FBO Michelle Andzie-Mensah | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| George Mason University FBO Rawan Alfadhly | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Northern Virginia Community College FBO Aisha Ali | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wells Fargo Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Samuel L Powell Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: April 6.
How much does Samuel L Powell Trust give?
$40,000 in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Samuel L Powell Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Wells Fargo Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Samuel L Powell Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.