Planters Educational Foundation
Accepts applications
Planters Educational Foundation is a private foundation in Suffolk, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $3,000 | 3 | $0 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Shelley Thomas 245 Culloden Street, Suffolk, VA 23434 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (757) 925-3000 |
| What to submit | Eligibility:applicants for this scholarship must:1. Be dependents of eligible planters employees. Eligible employees are retirees and active salaried and hourly, who have worked at least 800 hours in the previous year. Children of deceased employees are also eligible.2. Be accepted to or enrolled in an accredited four year college or university.application materials:all applications (including previous year recipients) must include:1. At least one personal letter and one academic letter of recommendation concerning the student's character and ability.2. A copy of the parents and student's most recent federal income tax return.3. High school or college transcripts showing courses completed and grade point average.4. A letter of acceptance or proof of registration from college or university.5. An essay stating the student's career goals and why they deserve or why they are re-applying for this scholarship.6. A copy of most recent sat scores. |
| Deadlines | Spring |
| Restrictions | Incomplete applications will not be considered by the selection committee.award amount:1. The grants will be in the amount of $1,000 to be used for the students' educational expenses.2. The grant will be paid directly to the school, to be used for the student's educational expenses.3. Eligible students may apply each year, and can receive this grant up to a maximum of four years. Previous year recipients must include transcripts showing academic progress each year in order to reapply for the grant. |
What Planters Educational Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 4 | $4,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Karon Prunty-Nc at | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marva Massenburg
- Shelley Thomas
- Nancy Garcia
Questions people ask
Does Planters Educational Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Spring.
How much does Planters Educational Foundation give?
$5,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Planters Educational Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Marva Massenburg (Secretary), Shelley Thomas (Treasurer) and Nancy Garcia (President).
What does Planters Educational Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.