Mary Elizabeth Webster Edwards Charitable Tr
Invitation OnlyVestavia, Alabama · EIN 63-0738970 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$74K
Organizations funded12
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$1.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $3,000.
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
16% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn University | Auburn, AL | Scholarship | $38,990 |
| Selma-Dallas Co Public Library | Selma, AL | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Shiloh Baptist Church | Sardis, AL | Contribution | $8,500 |
| University of Mary Hardin - Baylor | Belton, TX | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Benton Baptist Church | Benton, AL | Contribution | $3,000 |
| Westminster School at Oak Mtn | Birmingham, AL | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Food Bank of East Alabama | Auburn, AL | Contribution | $2,500 |
| Alabama Teen Challenge | Jones, AL | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Ua School of Library Science | Tuscaloosa, AL | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Fishers of Men International | Selma, AL | Contribution | $500 |
| Grand Canyon University | Phoenix, AZ | Scholarship | $500 |
| Vocal | Montgomery, AL | Contribution | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $73,990 | 12 |
| 2023 | $72,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543099349100804
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 63-0738970
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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