The Seeds Initiative
The Seeds Initiative is a private foundation based in Vestavia, Alabama. Its 2025 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including recipients working in Alabama and several other states.
The Seeds Initiative at a glance
In short: The Seeds Initiative gave $93K across 36 grants in 2025 (avg $3K), mostly in Alabama. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $93,000
- -14.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 36
- -30.8% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,583
- +23.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,500
- Total assets
- $423,753
- -0.4% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Alabama (58% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Seeds Initiative
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2308 Longleaf Way, Vestavia, AL 35243
Phone: (205) 907-7900
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Seeds Initiative funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy ($10K). Together the top 10 received $60K.
Grant Size Distribution
147 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 147 grants of 147 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 58% of grant dollars went to recipients in Alabama, 12% to Texas, 11% to Washington, 5% to Maryland, and 4% to the District of Columbia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 36 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How The Seeds Initiative gives
- 39% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 2762% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out 543% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $3K (2022) to $109K (2024). In 2025 it made 36 grants totaling $93K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy DC, WA | charitable | $10,000 |
| Food Bank of Rio Grand Valley Pharr, TX | Charitable | $7,500 |
| The Bell Center for Early Intervention Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $6,500 |
| Habd Birmingham, AL | charitable | $6,500 |
| Glenwood Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Covenant Rescue Group Gardendale, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Cancer Society Hagerstown, MD | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Brother Bryan Mission Birmingham, AL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Daniel Carson KIDS Ministries Birmingham, AL | charitable | $5,000 |
| Sustainable Harvest International Washington, DC | Charitable | $4,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $423,753 | $116,148 | $117,972 | $93,000 | 36 | $113,750 | $12,014 | $20,945 |
| 2024 | $425,577 | $231,191 | $114,017 | $108,865 | 52 | $110,327 | $6,350 | $20,857 |
| 2023 | $308,153 | $384,028 | $82,039 | $80,241 | 53 | $80,241 | — | $4,941 |
| 2022 | $6,164 | $10,000 | $3,836 | $3,250 | 6 | $3,250 | — | $84 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Seeds Initiative reported a distributable amount of $21K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants include support for organizations serving children and families, addressing health and human services, and working on environmental sustainability. These are areas reflected in the grantees’ stated missions, not a stated mission of the foundation.
For example, The Bell Center for Early Intervention says its programs aim to maximize the potential of children from birth to age three who are at risk for developmental delay. Glenwood says it treats, educates, and houses people in Alabama who are emotionally disturbed, mentally ill, or diagnosed with autism. Sustainable Harvest International describes its work as farmer training to nourish communities and the Earth. Covenant Rescue Group says it supports first responders working to rescue victims of human trafficking, especially children.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 36 grants totaling $93,000. Grants ranged from $500 to $10,000, with a median of $1,500.
Among the largest reported grants were $10,000 to Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy; $7,500 to Food Bank of Rio Grand Valley; $6,500 each to The Bell Center for Early Intervention and HABD; and $5,000 each to Glenwood, Covenant Rescue Group, American Cancer Society, Brother Bryan Mission, and Daniel Carson KIDS Ministries. Other reported grants included $4,000 to Sustainable Harvest International and $3,000 each to Big Brother Big Sister and Laura Crandall Brown Foundation.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Keith Phillips as president, Rosalyn Lawson as vice president, and Amy Cross as secretary/treasurer.
The Seeds Initiative is led by Keith Phillips, President on every filing since 2022; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Keith Phillips
President
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Amy Cross
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Rosalyn Lawson
Vice President
On filings since 2022
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2022–2025. "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 The Seeds Initiative
How much does The Seeds Initiative give each year?
The Seeds Initiative gave $93K across 36 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $109K across 52 grants.
What is The Seeds Initiative's typical grant size?
The Seeds Initiative's median grant in 2025 was $1,500, and its average grant was $2,583, across 36 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Seeds Initiative give grants?
The Seeds Initiative gives mostly in Alabama: 58% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Texas (12%) and Washington (11%). The most frequent recipient cities were Birmingham, AL (11 grants), Northport, AL (2 grants) and Memphis, TN (2 grants).
Does The Seeds Initiative give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 36 grants with a stated purpose on The Seeds Initiative's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable" (36 grants).
Who are The Seeds Initiative's largest grantees?
The Seeds Initiative's largest 2025 grantees include Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy ($10,000), Food Bank of Rio Grand Valley ($7,500) and The Bell Center for Early Intervention ($6,500), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 26% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Seeds Initiative?
The Seeds Initiative reported $424K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $114K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $21K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Seeds Initiative fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2025 grants include support for organizations serving children and families, addressing health and human services, and working on environmental sustainability. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Seeds Initiative?
The foundation states that it 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 The Seeds Initiative's EIN?
The Seeds Initiative's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-3467711. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2022–2025.
Does The Seeds Initiative 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 October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS July 27, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2022–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Seeds Initiative funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 10, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-seeds-initiative-morg_03c3224dd00049dc84027b0996cfd768
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