The Mccloy Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable initiatives. Its mission centers on providing general-purpose funding to a range of causes, with a notable focus on religious organizations, community service, youth development programs, and food banks. The foundation primarily serves nonprofit organizations, particularly those that are 501(c)(3) certified, and has a strong commitment to child welfare and foster care initiatives. While its funding is concentrated in Alabama, it also supports organizations in other states, reflecting a broader commitment to community support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A local or regional 501(c)(3) nonprofit—often faith-based, youth-focused, or community-service oriented—seeking general operating or program support and able to demonstrate a local presence in Alabama or nearby.
Good Fit
- • Based in Alabama or able to demonstrate a clear local connection.
- • Mission in faith-based services, youth development, food security, or community services.
- • Requests for general purpose or small-to-midsize grants (typical awards are a few thousand to ~25,000).
- • Ability to apply by mailed letter or phone contact and to be listed as a 501(c)(3).
- • Willingness to cultivate a direct relationship with the named director/contact.
Geography
Giving is strongly concentrated in Alabama—about 87% of the latest year's dollars—with only two states observed overall, indicating a locally focused footprint.
Recipient Variety
Six distinct recipients were funded in the latest year and five were new relative to the prior observed year, showing a modestly diverse set of independent grantees despite heavy dollar concentration among the largest awards.
New Applicants
Observed behavior shows frequent new recipients (five new grantees in 2023) and the foundation publishes a simple application route (mail/phone) with no formal requirements, so unfamiliar 501(c)(3) organizations plausibly can enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
