Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund
Accepts applications
Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Kingman, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $58,050 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,800 and the largest $20,800. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$58,050
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,800
- Largest grant$20,800
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $60,375 the year before.
7% 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 | $60,375 | 17 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $58,050 | 14 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Melissa Tetrick PO Box 473, Kingman, KS 67068 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (620) 532-1477 |
| What to submit | Through oral and written communications each year, the fund will notify the principal of kingman high school of the availability of scholarships during each year. Each applicant will be required to submit a biographical sketch and resume setting forth academic qualifications, background, extra-curricular activities, and any matters pertinent to financial need. Each resume must be accompanied by two letters of recommendation from teachers or other officials at the high school and a grade transcript that has been verified by an appropriate official of the high school. Selected candidates will be asked to appear at personal interviews with the trustees. |
| Restrictions | Scholarships will be awarded for the purpose of allowing recipients to attend college, university, or other institution of higher education. Funds will be used by the recipients to cover the cost of tuition, books, reasonable living and transportation expenses and other related educational expenses. Each scholarship will cover only one year of post-high school education. Recipients may have their scholarships renewed for additional one-year periods as decided by the trustees. |
What Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 9 | $27,900 |
| Oklahoma | 3 | $25,350 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $4,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays State University | Scholarship | $20,800 |
| Kansas State University | Scholarship | $8,800 |
| Freed-Hardeman University | Scholarship | $3,800 |
| Barton Community College | Scholarship | $3,750 |
| Oklahoma State University | Scholarship | $3,150 |
| Hutchinson Community College | Scholarship | $2,800 |
| Newman University | Scholarship | $2,800 |
| Wichita State University | Scholarship | $2,800 |
| University of Kansas | Scholarship | $2,400 |
| Pratt Community College | Scholarship | $1,750 |
| Cloud Community College | Scholarship | $1,400 |
| Northwestern Oklahoma State University | Scholarship | $1,400 |
| Sterling College | Scholarship | $1,400 |
| Lee University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Leann Osner
- Kellie Boswell
- Melissa Tetrick
Questions people ask
Does Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund give?
$58,050 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,800.
Who runs Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Leann Osner (Trustee), Kellie Boswell (Trustee) and Melissa Tetrick (Trustee).
What does Rose Spurrier Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.