Hunter-Jelks Fund
Historical FunderBirmingham, Alabama · EIN 34-6513679 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE HUNTER-JELKS FUND |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O MML INVESTOR SERVICES INC, 2501-G MONTEVALLO ROAD, MTN BROOK AL 35223 |
| Phone | 2054674863 |
| Form and materials | SHOULD INCLUDE (1) A CURRENT INCOME AND EXPENSE STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS, (2) A PROJECTED BUDGET SHOWING HOW FUNDS REQUESTED WILL BE USED, AND (2) A COPY OF IRS LETTER CONFIRMING 501(C)(3) STATUS AND 509(A) CLASSIFICATION. |
| Deadlines | THE TRUSTEES MEET WITHIN THE FIRST TWO WEEKS OF SEPT. REQUESTS FOR GRANTS SHOULD BE PRIOR TO 9/1. |
| Restrictions | IN AWARDING GRANTS, THE FUND GIVES A PREFERENCE TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS IN KENTUCKY AND ARIZONA. MOST GRANTS ARE FOR COMMUNITY, EDUCATIONAL AND MEDICAL PURPOSES. THE HUNTER FUND DOES NOT GIVE GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
90% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Charity for Children Inc | Tucson, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Arizona Burn Foundation | Phoenix, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Asxl Rare Research Endowment Found | Portland, ME | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Barrow Neurological Foundation Women's Board | Phoenix, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| California Rangeland Trust | Sacramento, CA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children | Santa Barbara, CA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Frontier Nursing University | Versailles, KY | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Glut1 Deficiency Foundation Inc | Owingsville, KY | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Handi-Dogs Inc | Tucson, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Hummingbird Health Conservation | Davis, CA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Jones Valley Teaching Farm | Birmingham, AL | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| K9's for Warriors | Merrifield, VA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Kempe Foundation | Aurora, CO | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Los Charros Foundation | Tucson, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Malaai-The Cul Gard Waimea Mid Sch | Kamuela, HI | Opreating funds | $5,000 |
| Myotonic Dystrophy Foundation | Oakland, CA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Patagonia Youth Enrichment Center | Patagonia, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Reef Check Foundation | Marina Del Rey, CA | Opreating funds | $5,000 |
| Smile-A-Mile | South Birmingham, AL | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Trot - Therapeutic Riding of Tucson | Tucson, AZ | Operating funds | $5,000 |
| Village Hopecore International | Stockton, CA | Operating funds | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $105,000 | 21 |
| 2023 | $120,000 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543119349100034
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-6513679
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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