Henson and Kirkland Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Chatom, Alabama. Established in 2012, the foundation operates as a 501(c)(3) organization with tax-exempt status. The foundation functions as an independent grantmaking entity serving communities in Alabama.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$440K
-3.2% YoY
Grant Count
28
+33.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$16K
-27.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation supports a diverse range of charitable purposes including:
- General charitable purposes
- Educational scholarships and programs
- Special education initiatives
- Pediatric rehabilitation equipment
- Recreational facilities and playgrounds
- International educational experiences for students
- Services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Support for nonprofit organizations serving vulnerable populations
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts applications.
Grant Range
$1,000–$107,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations and initiatives in Alabama, with particular emphasis on Washington County and surrounding regions including Auburn and East Alabama.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $9.58 million
- Total Revenue: $503,000
- Total Expenses: $683,000
- Total Liabilities: $0
As of 2024:
- Total Assets: $9.3 million
- Total Giving: $423,000
- Number of Grants: 26
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Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
121 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Bridgett Henson serves as Executive Director of Friends Center, a grantee organization funded by the foundation.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LARRY MOSS | DIST. COMMITTEE MEMBER | 0.7 | $5,000 |
| LENAE SCHELL | DIST. COMMITTEE MEMBER | 1 | $5,000 |
| KAY BOLER | DIST. COMMITTEE MEMBER | 0.7 | $5,000 |
| T MILTON SCHELL | TRUSTEE | 30 | $105,000 |
| CAROLINE SASNET | DIST. COMMITTEE MEMBER | 0.7 | $5,000 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
In 2024, the foundation continued its commitment to educational advancement by funding international educational experiences for Washington County students. The foundation created a scholarship enabling local high school students to attend Gordonstoun International Summer School near Elgin, Scotland—an immersive educational program that attracts students from over 40 countries. This initiative reflects the foundation's focus on encouraging cultural and educational growth among young people in the region.
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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