The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation is a private foundation in Decatur, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $520,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $67,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$520,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$67,500
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $510,000 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $510,000 | 40 | $10.1 million |
| 2024 | $520,000 | 41 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 21 | $169,000 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $147,500 |
| Virginia | 6 | $45,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $38,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $36,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $23,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $21,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $13,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frontline Missions International | Charitable | $67,500 |
| Gospel Fellowship Association | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Mount Abarim Baptist Mission | Charitable | $38,500 |
| The Friends of Israel Gospel Minist | Charitable | $36,000 |
| Greentree Global | Charitable | $30,000 |
| The Voice of the Martyr | Charitable | $21,000 |
| Global Christian Relief | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Flint Church of Christ | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Mayfair Church of Christ | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Baptist World Mission | Charitable | $14,000 |
| Dare for More Ministries Inc | Charitable | $13,000 |
| Agape of North Alabama | Charitable | $10,000 |
| All Point Baptist Mission | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Beltline Church of Christ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Childhaven | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Dec | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Highland Park Church of Christ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| National Theological College & Semi | Charitable | $10,000 |
| North Highlands Church of Christ | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Project Rescue | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Biblical Ministries Worldwide | Charitable | $8,000 |
| International Christian Center for | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Shenandoah Baptist Church | Charitable | $7,500 |
| International Partnership Ministrie | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Alta Mons | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Baptist Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Central Church of Christ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Child Evangelism Fellowship of NW A | Charitable | $5,000 |
| First Priority of Greater Decatur | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Fishers of Men International | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hartselle Church of Christ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hatton Church of Christ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Madison Baptist Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Morgan County Child Advocacy | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Neighborhood Christian Center | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Priceville Church of Christ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Red Bank Church of Christ | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Southbridge Community Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Trinity United Methodist Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friendship House Roanoke | Charitable | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen W Truitt
- Mike Steryous
- Kenton Steryous
Questions people ask
Does The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation give?
$520,000 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen W Truitt (President), Mike Steryous (Vp/Secretary) and Kenton Steryous (Treasurer).
What does The Melvin and Virginia Hutson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and community development.