Betsy Ross Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Betsy Ross Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Paris, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $83,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $22,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$83,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $86,250 the year before.
8% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $82,000 | 14 | $2.0 million |
| 2023 | $86,250 | 13 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $83,000 | 13 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Julie Williams 1595 Hwy 218 Bypass, Paris, TN 38242 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (731) 642-6113 |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted either orally or in writing |
What Betsy Ross Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 8 | $43,500 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $33,500 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Murray State University | Scholarships | $22,000 |
| University of Tennessee Martin | Scholarship | $20,000 |
| Hope in Murray | Support for human services | $6,500 |
| Henry County High School | Support public education | $6,000 |
| Military Working Dog Team Support Association | Support for military dog and handler training | $5,000 |
| Murray State University | Rodeo team | $5,000 |
| Real Hope Youth Center | Support for youth programs | $5,000 |
| Friends of Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge | Environmental education | $3,000 |
| Levi Miles Foundation | Support for children with disabilities and rare diseases | $2,500 |
| Restore Ministries | Religious organization | $2,500 |
| Thistle Farms | Womens help group | $2,500 |
| Owl Ridge Raptor Center | Support for raptors | $2,000 |
| Wings to Soar | Support for rehabilitation and education | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Fuqua
- Julie Williams
- Mary Lou Reed
- Ruth Conroy
- Thomas Harrison
Questions people ask
Does Betsy Ross Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Betsy Ross Foundation Inc give?
$83,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Betsy Ross Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John Fuqua (Director), Julie Williams (President), Mary Lou Reed (Secretary) and Ruth Conroy (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Betsy Ross Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.