Martin Luther King Observance
Accepts applications
Martin Luther King Observance is a private foundation in Morristown, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $44,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$44,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$42,530
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,500 | 12 | $36,859 |
| 2024 | $44,000 | 15 | $42,530 |
How to apply
| Contact | Dr David A Hollowell 77 Skyline Drive, Morristown, NJ 07960 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (732) 309-8894, mlkobsvcommnj@aol.com |
| What to submit | Applicants instructions: 1. Prepare a short essay (500 words) or submit a creative project on the ideals and philosophies of dr. Martin luther king, jr. And how you have attempted to emulate these qualities in your life. 2. Describe your past and current community service involvement. 3. Provide a short description (200 words or less) of your future aspirations and goals. 4. Describe any special personal, financial or other considerations that would be helpful in reviewing your application. Also attach to application: two letters of recommendation from individuals (non- related) who can support the applicants involvement in community service and dedication to the vision and ideals of dr. Martin luther king, jr. High school transcript in sealed envelope. Documentation of college acceptance a headshot of yourself |
| Deadlines | Submission deadlines are established by the board annually. |
| Restrictions | The scholarship programs primary goal is to support the educational attainment of students dedicated to the legacy of dr. King as demonstrated through a track record of community service and a future career commitment of service to others, including striving for the elimination of poverty, discrimination and social injustice. Depending upon the availability of funds, scholarship amounts may vary up to 1,500 or more. The eligibility criteria are: demonstrated commitment to the vision and ideals of dr. Martin luther king, jr. An outstanding track record of community service residence or established connection with community in morris county a cumulative gpa of 2.75 or higher on a 4.0 scale graduation from an accredited high school in 2021 acceptance by an institution of post-secondary education. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Martin Luther King Observance funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 15 | $44,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Educational purpose | $4,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $4,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $4,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $4,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $3,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $2,000 |
| Individual | Educational purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Hollowell
- Henry Lee
- Aida Bush
- Dorothy Parker
- Lucretia Agee
- Jennifer Jones
- Judy Banks
- Regina Ashford
- Dorothy Hollowell
- Naomi Still
- Roberta Strater
- Samaria Tillman
- Anita Barber
- Edward Drew
- Courtney Tatum
Questions people ask
Does Martin Luther King Observance accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadlines are established by the board annually..
How much does Martin Luther King Observance give?
$44,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Martin Luther King Observance?
Its 2024 filing lists David Hollowell (Chairman), Henry Lee (Secretary), Aida Bush (Trustee) and Dorothy Parker (Trustee) among 15 officers and trustees.
What does Martin Luther King Observance fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.