Wiregrass Foundation is a private independent foundation established in 2003 in Alabama from the sale of a nonprofit hospice. Based in Dothan, Alabama, the foundation makes grants to nonprofit community organizations that positively impact the health, education, and quality of life of the Dothan area and surrounding region. The foundation has awarded over $90 million in grants since its inception and partners with more than 200 area nonprofit agencies, organizations, schools, and colleges.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$114.6M
+5.2% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.9M
-25.9% YoY
Grant Count
97
+29.3% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$29K
-42.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Wiregrass Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5.5M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: Giving primarily to make grants that have a significant, measurable impact on the health, education, and quality of life of the Dothan, Alabama area.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Health: Fostering economic growth and development to improve the health and well-being of Wiregrass individuals, families, and the community as a whole.
- Education: Increasing school readiness, K-12 achievement, and post-secondary attainment.
- Quality of Life: Supporting places, programs, and experiences that make the Wiregrass healthier, more connected, and a better place to live.
Grantmaking
Organizations must meet one of the following criteria for at least the last 2 years:
Review Cycle
with decisions made at board meetings
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Wiregrass Foundation makes grants to eligible organizations that serve the population residing within one or more of the four counties of Houston, Henry, Dale, and Geneva, Alabama (within a 50-mile radius of Dothan).
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue:
- Total assets: $114,581,730 (2024)
- Total revenues: $5,925,335 (2024)
- Total expenses: $4,587,261 (2024)
- Annual giving: $3,848,659 (2023)
Asset Growth:
- Total assets have grown from $87.7 million in 2011 to $114.6 million in 2024
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $114,581,730 | $108,874,053 | $101,684,443 |
| Revenue | $5,925,335 | $3,416,735 | $2,886,891 |
| Expenses | $4,587,261 | $5,590,411 | $5,001,201 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $3,946,781 | $5,028,201 | $4,445,847 |
| Net Investment Income | $5,404,370 | $2,966,976 | $2,370,149 |
| Distributable Amount | $5,468,620 | $5,003,301 | $5,113,756 |
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
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Wiregrass Foundation
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include City of Dothan ($1,000,000), City of Dothan ($180,792), Boys & Girls Club Se Al ($55,045).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ALABAMA DANCE WORKS DOTHAN, AL | BEYOND DANCE 2024 | $10,000 |
| ALABAMA DANCE WORKS DOTHAN, AL | ADW TECHNOLOGY AND SUPPLIES GRANT | $25,000 |
| ALABAMA DANCE WORKS DOTHAN, AL | CORE PROGRAMS | $2,000 |
| ALABAMA DANCE WORKS DOTHAN, AL | CORE PROGRAMS | $1,500 |
| ALABAMA NETWORK OF FAMILY RESOURCES MONTGOMERY, AL | CORE PROGRAMS | $5,000 |
| ARK DOTHAN INC DOTHAN, AL | BUILDING RENOVATION | $10,000 |
| B'NAI B'RITH WIREGRASS SR HSING II DOTHAN, AL | IMPROVEMENTS FOR GLEN EAST 2 | $30,167 |
| B'NAI B'RTH WIREGRASS SR HOUSING DOTHAN, AL | PHYSICAL CAPITAL NEEDS | $8,020 |
| B'NAI B'RTH WIREGRASS SR HOUSING DOTHAN, AL | IMPROVEMENTS FOR GLEN EAST | $24,589 |
| B'NAI B'RTH WIREGRASS SR HOUSING DOTHAN, AL | PHYSICAL CAPITAL NEEDS | $8,820 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Principal Officer: Troy Fountain
The foundation is governed by 10 officers and trustees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JOHN EDGE | BOARD CHAIR | 1 | $6,000 |
| ADDIE MCKINZIE | IMMEDIATE PA | 1 | $5,100 |
| DAVID JOHNSTON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $6,000 |
| DAVID W PARSONS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $7,000 |
| JOHN DUNN | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $7,000 |
| STEVE MCCARROLL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $7,000 |
| HOPE JOHNSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | $6,000 |
| TROY FOUNTAIN | PRESIDENT | 40 | $204,866 |
| SAMUEL BENTON | CHAIR-ELECT | 1 | $6,000 |
| VINCE EDGE | SECRETARY | 1 | $7,000 |
Contact Information
Address: 1532 Whatley Drive, Dothan, AL 36303-1984
Phone: 334-699-1031
Email: office@wiregrassfoundation.org
Website: www.wiregrassfoundation.org
EIN: 20-0897153
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Wiregrass Foundation fund?
**Mission:** Giving primarily to make grants that have a significant, measurable impact on the health, education, and quality of life of the Dothan, Alabama area. **Primary Focus Areas:** • **Health:** Fostering economic growth and development to improve the health and well-being of Wiregrass individuals, families, and the community as a whole. • **Education:** Increasing school readiness, K-12 achievement, and post-secondary attainment. • **Quality of Life:** Supporting places, programs, and e…
How do I apply for a grant from Wiregrass Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • In 2023, the foundation made 73 grants totaling $3,848,659 • In 2024, the foundation made 75 grants • Total giving reported at $2,852,199 (most recent filing) • Typical award range: $375–$1,000,000 **Eligibility Requirements:** Organizations must meet one of the following criteria for at least the last 2 years: • A tax-exempt organization described in Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (which includes religious, charitable, educational, scientific, and certain …
Where does Wiregrass Foundation make grants?
Wiregrass Foundation makes grants to eligible organizations that serve the population residing within one or more of the four counties of Houston, Henry, Dale, and Geneva, Alabama (within a 50-mile radius of Dothan).
What size grants does Wiregrass Foundation award?
In 2024, Wiregrass Foundation awarded 97 grants totaling $2.9M — an average of about $29K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Wiregrass Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Wiregrass Foundation reported a distributable amount of $5.5M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Wiregrass Foundation's EIN?
Wiregrass Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-0897153. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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