The Michael H and Lois J Russell Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyElberta, Alabama · EIN 34-7084133 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$50K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$3,500
Total assets$948K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $4,500.
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.
Where it gives
40% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| YMCA Camp Fitch Tom Parker | New Springfield, PA | Operating fund | $5,500 |
| Lillian Volunteer Fire Dept Chief Dewhurst | Lillian, AL | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| First Covenant Church Gail Demetric | Boardman, OH | Operating fund | $4,500 |
| Northeast Ohio Adoption Services Cheryl Tarantino | Warren, OH | Operating fund | $4,500 |
| Boardman Swim Team Boosters Jeff Mihok | Boardamn, OH | Operating fund | $4,500 |
| Abba Shriners Hptf Rodney Davis | Mobile, AL | Operating fund | $4,000 |
| Stjude Children's Research Hospita Donor Services | Memphis, TN | Operating fund | $3,800 |
| South Baldwin Christian Church Barbara Lee | Foley, AL | Operating fund | $3,500 |
| Lillian United Methodist Church Rev Daniel Randall | Lillian, AL | Operating fund | $3,000 |
| Lillian Perdido Bay Library | Lillian, AL | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Lillian Recreational Park Inc President Monica Leonard | Lillian, AL | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Mary's Shelter Director Kay Tattle | Elberta, AL | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Mobile Law Enforcement Foundation Mcrae Duggar | Mobile, AL | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Josephine Volunteer Fire Department Paula Menck | Elberta, AL | Operating fund | $2,000 |
| Tunnell to Towers Foundation Donor Services | Stantion Island, NY | Operating fund | $1,700 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $50,000 | 15 |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $44,000 | 10 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349102706
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-7084133
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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