Jim Elder Good Sport Fund
Historical FunderLittle Rock, Arkansas · EIN 62-1746190 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2023):
| Contact | SUSAN ELDER |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 444, LITTLE ROCK AR 72203 |
| Phone | 5017666444 |
| Form and materials | JOURNALISM/BROADSCASTING SCHOLARSHIP ------------------------------------------ REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE: (1)APPLICANT MUST BE A BROADCAST OR JOURNALISM MAJOR WITH A MINIMUM OF 48 HOURS COMPLETED PRIOR TO THE FALL SEMESTER AFTER SUBMISSION OF THE APPLICATION. (2)A MINIMUM GPA OF 2.75 IS REQUIRED. (3)APPLICANTS MUST ALSO SUBMIT RESUMES, LETTER OF RECOMMENDATIONS, A PERSONAL STATEMENT ON THEIR EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL GOALS. (4)FINANCIAL NEED MUST BE DEMONSTRATED ON A FINANCIAL INFORMATION WORKSHEET. GOOD SPORT SCHOLARSHIP ----------------------------- (1)POTENTIAL RECIPIENT MUST BE AN AR HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETE ON THE ALL-ACADEMIC TEAM. (2)POTENTIAL RECIPIENTS MUST BE NOMINATED BY AN AR HIGH SCHOOL COACH. |
| Deadlines | BROADCAST AND JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP FUND ----------------------------------------- SCHOLARSHIP APPL |
| Restrictions | BROADCAST AND JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIP FUND ----------------------------------------- THERE ARE 4 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS EACH YEAR. ELGIBILTY REQUIREMENTS INCUDE: A MAJOR IN BROADCASTING OR JOURNALISM, MINUMUM OF 48 CREDIT HOURS COMPLETED AND MINIMUM GRADE POINT AVERAGE OF 2.75. THE RECIPIENT MUST BE ENROLLED IN AN AR COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY. GOOD SPORT SCHOLARSHIP FUND --------------------------- ONE SCHOLARSHIP IS AWARDED TO A ARKANSAS HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETE TO BE USED TOWARDS THEIR COLLEGE EDUCATION AND IS AWARDED BASED ON THEIR CHARACTER AND LEADERSHIP AND IT IS A ONE TIME AWARD. GRANTEES ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT REPORTS TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE GRANTEES HAVE PERFORMED THE ACTIVITIES THAT THE GRANTS ARE INTENDED TO FINANCE. |
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
0% of grants went outside Arkansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nlr Police Athletic League Nlr Police Athletic League | North Little Rock, AR | Programs for disadvantaged children | $37,734 |
| Univ of Arkansas University of Ar | Fayetteville, AR | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Ouachita Baptist University Ouachita Baptist University | Arkadelphia, AR | Scholarship | $6,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club - Little Rock Boys and Girls Club - Little Rock | Little Rock, AR | Programs for disadvantaged children | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,734 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Jul 22, 2024 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202432049349100133
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-1746190
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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