The John Herman Hickman Foundation
Invitation OnlyTuscaloosa, Alabama · EIN 45-2887236 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$360K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$74,796
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $74,796 and $285,349.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scholarships to Various Individuals | Batesville, AR | Educational scholarships | $285,349 |
| Various Local Charities | Canton, MS | Charitable purposes | $74,796 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $360,145 | 2 |
| 2024 | $348,473 | 2 |
| 2023 | $334,693 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349101410
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 45-2887236
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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