Private foundation · Memphis
Hattie G Watkins Educational Fund 2155000108
Takes applications. See how to apply below.
Key facts
- Grants in Tennessee
- 1 totaling $274,515
- Typical grant
- $274,515 (1 grant)
- A realistic first ask
- About $274,515, its middle Tennessee grant. First-time winners usually get less than repeat ones.
- Where it gives
- Shelby County
- Buildings & equipment
- None of its Tennessee grants in this filing were for buildings or equipment
- Funds new groups?
- 100% of the Tennessee groups it funded in 2024 were new (not funded in 2023): 1 of 1.
- Total giving that year
- $274,515
Giving by year
| Tax year | Total grants paid | To Tennessee | Tennessee grants |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $275K | $275K | 1 |
| 2023 | $0 | — | 0 |
How to apply
- Contact
- Regions bank trustee · Memphis · 9015805700
- What to send
- Brief resume of academic qualifications, transcripts and financial statements
- Deadlines
- May 31 of each year
Next one: May 31, 2027 if the dates haven't changed since its 2024 filing - Limits
- All grants for education and not in excess of $750 per semester
As the foundation reported to the IRS for tax year 2024. Check its website or call before sending anything, because contacts and deadlines change.
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- Regions Natl BankTrustee
As listed in its 2024 IRS filing. Many foundations decide through their board, so a personal connection often matters more than a perfect application.
What it funds most often
- Education
Tennessee organizations it funded
Largest first. Past winners are good people to ask what the foundation looks for. Select a group to see who else funds it.
| Past winner | Where | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis for Scholarship | Memphis, Shelby County | Education | $275K |