Reese Phifer Jr Memorial Foundation
Historical FunderTuscaloosa, Alabama · EIN 63-6061552 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$363K
Organizations funded61
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$4.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUSAN PHIFER CORK CO PHIFER INC |
|---|---|
| Address | 4400 KAULOOSA AVE, TUSCALOOSA AL 35401 |
| Phone | 2057502807 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORMAT IS REQUIRED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
8% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Alabama Food Bank | Northport, AL | Capital campaign (3 of 5) | $100,000 |
| United Way of West Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift (**multiple agencies) | $74,000 |
| Christ Episcopal Church | Tuscaloosa, AL | Randall hall renovations | $35,000 |
| The Saban Center | Tuscaloosa, AL | Capital campaign (3 of 5) | $20,000 |
| Humane Society of West Alabama | Northport, AL | Capital campaign (2 of 6) | $15,000 |
| The University of Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift (**multiple agencies) | $12,350 |
| Tuscaloosa City Schools Education Fund | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving (3 of 5) | $10,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Tuscaloosa, AL | Campaign (2 of 5) | $7,000 |
| Para | Tuscaloosa, AL | Capital campaign (5 of 5) playground | $5,500 |
| Kristen Amerson Youth Foundation | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $5,100 |
| American Cancer Society | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of West Alabama | Northport, AL | Education fund | $5,000 |
| Hospice of West Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Patron campaign (1 of 2) | $5,000 |
| Theatre Tuscaloosa | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| The Tuscaloosa Children's Center | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of West Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Dch Foundation | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Empowered to Conquer | Bessemer, AL | Youth conference | $5,000 |
| New Heights Foundation | Tuscaloosa, AL | The zone - west end | $5,000 |
| Chamber of Commerce (Adopt a School) | Tuscaloosa, AL | Aas, golf, monument | $3,895 |
| Tuscaloosa Symphony Association | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $3,000 |
| Junior Achievement Foundation | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $2,500 |
| Family Counseling Services | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $2,000 |
| The Croom Foundation | Boone, IA | Annual giving | $2,000 |
| Arts and Autism | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Caring Days | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| Eagles' Wings | Coker, AL | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| March of Dimes | Atlanta, GA | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Schoolyard Roots | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| Weldy Home for Children | Winfield, AL | Fayette kiwanis klassic | $1,000 |
| Easter Seals West Alabama | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| Stillman College | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Temporary Emergency Services | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| Turning Point | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $1,000 |
| The University of Alabama at Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | Comprehensive cancer center | $1,000 |
| Tuscaloosa's One Place | Tuscaloosa, AL | Capital campaign | $1,000 |
| Unite US | Montgomery, AL | Annual gift | $1,000 |
| Alabama Choir School | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $500 |
| Alabama Marine Foundation | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $500 |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Church | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $500 |
| Secret Meals for Hungry Children | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $500 |
| Tuscaloosa Fire and Rescue | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving | $500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Birmingham, AL | Annual giving | $500 |
| Arts Council of Tuscaloosa County | Tuscaloosa, AL | Contribution | $500 |
| Children's Hospital of Alabama | Birmingham, AL | Tuscaloosa county high fundraiser | $500 |
| Faith Chapel Church | Birmingham, AL | Contribution | $500 |
| Hunter Whitley Butterfly Initiative | Cottondale, AL | Annual gift | $500 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Knoxville, TN | Honor trey jackson | $500 |
| Rooted Tuscaloosa | Tuscaloosa, AL | Contribution | $500 |
| Young Life | Northport, AL | Contribution | $500 |
| Public Affairs Research Council of Al | Birmingham, AL | Annual giving | $250 |
| Shelton State Community College | Tuscaloosa, AL | Ged scholarships | $250 |
| Tuscaloosa County Fraternal Order of Police | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual cops and kids | $250 |
| Historic Tuscaloosa | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $200 |
| Elizabeth Project Care | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $100 |
| Maranatha Sda Church | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual gift | $100 |
| Hillcrest High School | Tuscaloosa, AL | Annual giving volleyball (emp) | $100 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Rye Brook, NY | Annual giving | $100 |
| Soroptimist International | Philadelphia, PA | Annual gift | $100 |
| Tuscaloosa County High School | Northport, AL | Wildcat quarterback club | $100 |
Showing the 60 largest of 61 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $363,495 | 61 |
| 2023 | $262,850 | 49 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 8, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522819349100862
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 63-6061552
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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