John H and Grace Mcmillan Estep Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderOpp, Alabama · EIN 45-2705285 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $18,120.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | WESLEY L LAIRD |
|---|---|
| Address | 501 N MAIN STREET, OPP AL 36467 |
| Phone | 3344939716 |
| WES@LBBLAWFIRM.COM | |
| Form and materials | THERE IS NO FORMAL APPLICATION PROCESS. LETTERS OF REQUEST WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED AS RECEIVED. THE LETTER SHOULD INCLUDE THE AMOUNT REQUESTED, TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE OR PROJECT FOR THE FUNDS, AND WHO WILL BENEFIT. OTHER INFORMATION WILL BE REQUESTED AS NEEDED TO FULLFILL A REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION IS DEVOTED TO THE SUPPORT AND PROMOTION OF CHARITABLE PURPOSES AND ACTIVITIES WITH PREFERENCE GIVEN TO THOSE WITHIN COVINGTON COUNTY, ALABAMA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Opp | Opp, AL | Support - city pool | $79,617 |
| Lbw Community College Foundation | Andalusia, AL | Support - signs | $25,000 |
| City of Florala | Florala, AL | Support-Sign for industrial park | $18,120 |
| Andalusia Ballet Association | Andalusia, AL | General support | $10,000 |
| Opp Cultural Arts Council | Opp, AL | General support | $10,000 |
| City of Opp | Opp, AL | Support - power project | $5,651 |
| City of Opp | Opp, AL | Support - rattlesnake rodeo event | $1,000 |
| Lbw Community College | Andalusia, AL | Support - scholarshiip | $1,000 |
| Mizell Memorial Hospital Foundation | Opp, AL | General support | $1,000 |
| Southern Union State | Wadley, AL | Support - scholarship | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $152,388 | 10 |
| 2023 | $311,567 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 8, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611289349102121
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-2705285
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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