Louis R Draughon Foundation
Invitation OnlyBirmingham, Alabama · EIN 62-1147685 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$254K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$7,000
Total assets$6.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,000 and $9,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Street Church of Christ | Ardmore, TN | General operating | $85,000 |
| Lipscomb University | Nashville, TN | General operating | $55,000 |
| Freed-Hardeman University | Henderson, TN | General operating | $55,000 |
| YMCA | Washington, DC | General operating | $9,000 |
| Middle Tennessee Christian School | Murfreesboro, TN | General operating | $8,000 |
| Agape | Nashville, TN | General support grant | $7,000 |
| Goodpasture Christian School | Madison, TN | General support grant | $7,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tn | Nashville, TN | General support grant | $7,000 |
| Stokes Brown Public Library | Springfield, TN | General support grant | $7,000 |
| Paradise Ranch Inc | Springfield, TN | General operating | $7,000 |
| Springfield Lions Club | Springfield, NJ | General operating | $5,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters of Middle Tn | Murfreesboro, TN | General support grant | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $254,000 | 12 |
| 2023 | $254,800 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 27, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523009349100757
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-1147685
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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