William Barry Love Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
William Barry Love Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Muskogee, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.7 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $164,623 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$2.7 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$164,623
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$57.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $509,711 the year before.
50% 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 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $509,711 | 7 | $54.5 million |
| 2025 | $2.7 million | 8 | $57.7 million |
How to apply
William Barry Love 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What William Barry Love Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 7 | $2.6 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $120,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Muskogee Public Schools | After school and literacy programs | $1.1 million |
| Hilldale Public Schools | Summer programs, teacher support, and college programs | $794,140 |
| Indian Capital Technology Center Foundation Inc | Scholarship support | $250,000 |
| Muskogee County Child Advocacy Center | General operations and building repairs | $209,246 |
| Renaissance Charitable Foundation Inc | Children's advocacy and education | $120,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children Inc (Casa) | General operations | $100,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children (Bedouin Shriners) | Medical transporation and lodging | $88,611 |
| Muskogee Arts & Science Center Inc | Staffing and development | $24,500 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Gulley
- Melony Carey
- John Tyler Hammons
- Kaylin Coody
- Mike Miller
- Marlon Coleman
- Meagan Moore
- Nancy Gaden
Questions people ask
Does William Barry Love Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William Barry Love Foundation Inc give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $164,623.
Who runs William Barry Love Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Gulley (President), Melony Carey (Director), John Tyler Hammons (Director) and Kaylin Coody (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does William Barry Love Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and science and research.