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William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in TUSCALOOSA, AL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2021. The principal officer is Richard H Besant. It holds total assets of $1.1M. Annual income is reported at $393K. Total assets have grown from $509K in 2020 to $1.1M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. According to available records, William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. has made 22 grants totaling $152K, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $31K and $84K annually from 2021 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $84K distributed across 10 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $29K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 7 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Alabama and Tennessee. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 22 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AL, TN.
William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $152K across 22 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $29K.
William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
William Griffin Besant Memorial Foundation Inc. is headquartered in TUSCALOOSA, AL. While based in AL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard W Besant | VICE-PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Susan K Besant | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard H Besant | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$1.1M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$1.1M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
22
Total Giving
$152K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
7
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eagle'S WingsGENERAL OPERATIONS | Coker, AL | $5K | 2023 |
| St Jude'SGENERAL OPERATIONS | Memphis, TN | $5K | 2023 |
| Cystic Fibrosis FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Mountain Brook, AL | $18K | 2023 |
| Big Oak RanchGENERAL OPERATIONS | Gadsden, AL | $5K | 2023 |
| Free Will Baptist Children'S HomeGENERAL OPERATIONS | Eldridge, AL | $3K | 2023 |
| Sendme Refuge IncGENERAL OPERATIONS | Vinemont, AL | $1K | 2023 |
| Rachel Williams FoundationGENERAL OPERATIONS | Tuscaloosa, AL | $500 | 2021 |
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