Foundations that fund organizations in Vernon, Alabama
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Vernon nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $28K to Vernon organizations in their latest filings; 3 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
6 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Vernon around $4,000. 1 of these funders are based in Alabama; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 3
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Vernon
- $28K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 6
- Typical median grant
- $4,000
- Based in AL
- 20%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Vernon organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harry E Bovay Jr Foundation | Houston, TX | 1 | $13K | $13K | Yes | General support |
| Woodmenlife Outreach Foundation | Omaha, NE | 2 | $5,000 | $2,500 | Preselected only | Charitable donation |
| The Span Foundation | Bountiful, UT | 1 | $4,772 | $4,772 | Preselected only | Various |
| Alabama Power Foundation Inc | Birmingham, AL | 1 | $4,000 | $4,000 | Yes | General/operating |
| Les Paul Foundation | Syosset, NY | 1 | $2,000 | $2,000 | Yes | Music programs |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Vernon, Alabama?
Harry E Bovay Jr Foundation, Woodmenlife Outreach Foundation, The Span Foundation, Alabama Power Foundation Inc, Les Paul Foundation reported grants to Vernon organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Vernon. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.