Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation
Accepts applications
Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation is a private foundation in Chattanooga, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $280,000 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $27,350. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$280,000
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$27,350
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $280,000 the year before.
6% 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 | $280,000 | 76 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $280,000 | 72 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr Ricky Moore Co Moore Associates 3905 St Elmo Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37409 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (423) 756-8628 |
| What to submit | Letter and proposal including IRS determination letter, sponsorship levels and most recent form 990 filed. |
| Restrictions | The foundation awards grants once a year based on our priorities, tax requirements, legal compliance, and approval by the foundation's trustees to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations primarily in east Tennessee for priority causes in the fields of education, wellness, arts/culture, and military/veterans. The foundation does not award grants to individuals or families seeking scholarships, medical or other assistance. |
What Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 48 | $171,417 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $27,350 |
| Alabama | 3 | $21,300 |
| Florida | 2 | $17,530 |
| North Carolina | 7 | $12,611 |
| Georgia | 3 | $11,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $9,820 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Turpentine Creek Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $27,350 |
| McCallie School | Unrestricted grant | $23,001 |
| University of Alabama | Unrestricted grant | $15,300 |
| Church of the Good Shepherd | Unrestricted grant | $12,500 |
| Chattanooga Girls Leadership Academy | Unrestricted grant | $11,000 |
| Cars Racing for A Dream | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| King University | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $9,820 |
| Addison's Toy Chest | Unrestricted grant | $7,530 |
| Bright School | Unrestricted grant | $7,500 |
| ALS Center at Erlanger | Unrestricted grant | $7,000 |
| Tennessee Aquarium | Unrestricted grant | $7,000 |
| Chattanooga Zoo | Unrestricted grant | $6,000 |
| Montessori Elementary | Unrestricted grant | $6,000 |
| New Hope Children's Advocacy Center | Unrestricted grant | $5,833 |
| Campus Outreach Serve | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Girls Preparatory School | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Leading the Way | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Welcome Home of Chattanooga | Unrestricted grant | $4,500 |
| Lula Lake Land Trust | Unrestricted grant | $4,000 |
| National Park Partners | Unrestricted grant | $4,000 |
| YMCA | Unrestricted grant | $4,000 |
| Bowen Theory Education Center | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Hunter Museum of American Art | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Lookout Mountain Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Wtci-Public Television | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Unrestricted grant | $2,833 |
| Charlotte Latin School | Unrestricted grant | $2,500 |
| Shepherd's Arms Rescue Mission | Unrestricted grant | $2,500 |
| The Educational Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $2,500 |
| Jeff Gordon Children's Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $2,200 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Children's Theatre of Charlotte | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Good Neighbors of Blount County | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Jones United Methodist Church | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Mark Making | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Pat's Place Child Advocacy Center | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Southeast | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Reflection Riding Arboretum & Nature Center | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Hutcheson IV
- Hazel H Bell
- John Banks
- Theodore M Hutcheson Jr
Questions people ask
Does Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation give?
$280,000 in tax year 2024, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Hutcheson IV (Trustee), Hazel H Bell (Trustee), John Banks (Trustee) and Theodore M Hutcheson Jr (Trustee).
What does Hazel Montague Hutcheson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.