Deshazo Foundation
Deshazo Foundation is a private foundation based in Bessemer, Alabama. It supports charitable organizations through grants; in 2024, it awarded grants to organizations in Alabama and several other states.
Deshazo Foundation at a glance
In short: Deshazo Foundation gave $271K across 28 grants in 2024 (avg $10K), mostly in Alabama. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $271,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 28
- Average grant
- $9,679
- Median grant
- $6,250
- Total assets
- $108,069
- Primary geography
- Alabama (77% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Deshazo Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 200 Kilsby Circle, Bessemer, AL 35022
Phone: (205) 982-5500
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Deshazo Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was United Way of Central Alabama ($30K). Together the top 10 received $181K.
Grant Size Distribution
51 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 51 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 77% of grant dollars went to recipients in Alabama, 13% to Virginia, 6% to Florida, 2% to Tennessee, and 2% to North Carolina.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 28 itemized grants.
Cities
How Deshazo Foundation gives
- In 2024 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $271K (2024) to $277K (2022). In 2024 it made 28 grants totaling $271K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Central Alabama Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| The Lovelady Center Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| University of Virginia Charlottesville, VA | Unrestricted | $22,500 |
| Alabama Ballet Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| UAB Athletic Foundation Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Birmingham Museum of Art Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Alys Stephens Center Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| College Foundation of UVA Charlottesville, VA | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Hanley Foundation West Palm Beach, FL | Unrestricted | $12,500 |
| Glenwood Inc Birmingham, AL | Unrestricted | $11,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Revenue for 2022 is not provided.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $108,069 | $100,000 | $296,224 | $271,000 | 28 | $271,000 | $7,099 |
| 2022 | $215,130 | — | $286,599 | $276,500 | 23 | $276,500 | $16,993 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Deshazo Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with a range of activities. For example, United Way of Central Alabama says its mission is to build community capacity and develop community-based solutions. Glenwood Inc says it treats, educates, and houses people with emotional and mental health needs and autism. The Birmingham Zoo describes its work as animal exhibits, conservation and research, and community education. Other 2024 grantees include organizations whose stated missions address human trafficking, housing needs in Central Appalachia, adoption and pregnancy-related services, primary health care, and education.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 28 grants totaling $271,000. Awards ranged from $1,000 to $30,000, with a median grant of $6,250. The largest grants included $30,000 to United Way of Central Alabama, $25,000 to The Lovelady Center, $22,500 to the University of Virginia, and $20,000 each to Alabama Ballet and UAB Athletic Foundation. The stated purposes for these five grants were unrestricted.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Malvina M. Whatley, Guy K. Mitchell III, and Dorothy L. Mitchell as directors; Katharine J. Mitchell as vice president; and Guy K. Mitchell Jr. as president.
Deshazo Foundation is led by Guy K. Mitchell Jr., President on every filing since 2022; none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Guy K. Mitchell Jr.
President
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dorothy L. Mitchell
Director
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Guy K. Mitchell III
Director
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Malvina M. Whatley
Director
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Katharine J. Mitchell
Vice President
On filings since 2022
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Deshazo Foundation
How much does Deshazo Foundation give each year?
Deshazo Foundation gave $271K across 28 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Deshazo Foundation's typical grant size?
Deshazo Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $6,250, and its average grant was $9,679, across 28 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Deshazo Foundation give grants?
Deshazo Foundation gives mostly in Alabama: 77% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Virginia (13%) and Florida (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Birmingham, AL (19 grants) and Charlottesville, VA (2 grants).
Does Deshazo Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Deshazo Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (28 of 28) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Deshazo Foundation's largest grantees?
Deshazo Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include United Way of Central Alabama ($30,000), The Lovelady Center ($25,000) and University of Virginia ($22,500), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 29% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Deshazo Foundation?
Deshazo Foundation reported $108K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $271K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $7K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Deshazo Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants went to organizations with a range of activities. For example, United Way of Central Alabama says its mission is to build community capacity and develop community-based solutions. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Deshazo Foundation?
The foundation makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Deshazo Foundation's EIN?
Deshazo Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 63-1190038. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2024.
Does Deshazo Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Grantable. (2026). Deshazo Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 12, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/deshazo-foundation-morg_e6b63d2c535d43f78d8c56dda12ab435
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