2021-05-07T11:27:15-05:00 2020-12-31 541342298 Kositzka Wicks and Company 5270 Shawnee Road Suite 250 Alexandria VA 22312 990 2020-01-01 830574041 Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund HUNT 7034480346 PO Box 326 McLean VA 22101 Jordan Parent President 7034480346 2021-04-28 1 Jordan Parent XXX-XX-XXXX Jennica Jardine Whitfield CPA P01379267 7036422700 2 AAL1 IAL1 2020 2022-09-23 18:48:47Z Jordan Parent PO Box 326 McLean VA 22101 156369 0 X https://www.hunterwatson.org X 2018 VA Hunter's Fund seeks out young people with promising ideas to support and funds safe driving campaign on school campuses. 9 9 4 0 0 0 382874 154869 0 0 771 1500 0 0 383645 156369 42192 49211 0 0 7799 19565 0 0 4745 154538 107517 204529 176293 179116 -19924 235296 322188 3743 7144 231553 315044 X Hunter's Fund has dual missions in support of young adults. The first is to provide resources to help advance the dreams of passionate, curious young people. The second is to reduce deaths and injuries from distracted driving by increasing awareness among young drivers and gaining their commitment to change.At Hunter's Fund we're supporting young men and women of diverse interests and talents, so they can let their passions shine.Our inspiration and our mission come from Hunter himself. He was a young man of extremely diverse talents and interests. Wherever he went, whatever he did, he brought a spark and a smile and a contagious energy that inspired those around him. 0 0 55628 49211 The Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund believes young people hold the answers to where the next great ideas come from, who will provide insight, inspiration, and hard work to create a better tomorrow. Young people are using their talents and passions to find ways to improve the world. Their dreams are of things yet to be seen. While we don't know what tomorrow will bring, we do know that today's youth and their ideas will be propelling the changes to come. Hunter's Fund invests in young people (16-25) who have demonstrated talent, experience, and passion. These grants reward innovation and provide support for young people who approach life with powerful ideas. Preference is given to applications in the areas of music, performing arts, computer science, and entrepreneurship. 55201 Safe Driving Programs Hunter Watson died as a passenger in a distracted driving accident just as he was to enter his junior year in college. Distracted driving accidents are preventable and changing behavior is one of the most promising ways of reducing accidents caused by distracted driving. Studies based upon seat belt usage and disposable waste had shown signing a written pledge can change behavior. Research also shows that per-mile-driven, 16-19 year-olds die in fatal car crashes at nearly three times the rate of drivers ages 20+, and 70% of teens report using social media. The loss of someone in a driving accident at such a young age can change the lives of their friends and families for a lifetime. In 2020 the Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund had prepared campaign materials to fund safe driving campaigns on 36 college and high school campuses. Covid restrictions began impacting these campaigns in March of 2020 and continued through the end of 2020. Materials for these campaigns had been produced for the Spring semester so students could sign pledges not to drive distracted at pledge signing tables placed in high student traffic areas around campuses. Most of these materials became inappropriate and had to be recreated to promote touch-free pledge signing with the use of QR codes so students could sign their pledge online. Since volunteers are our main source of workers, the Fund was unable to benefit from the Payroll Protection Loans and was unable to recover the cost of the materials that could not be used under Covid restrictions. Even in the face of this challenge, the Fund was able to complete 8 school campaigns before the campuses began to shut down, and in the Fall of 2020, student volunteers on 7 campuses student volunteers turned to social media to encourage their classmates to sign pledges not to drive distracted. 36567 Education With the organizations print newsletters, web site, Blog, email communications, and educational materials that reach young people, parents and those in the educational community seek to build awareness of the potential of new ideas and how recognizing and supporting these young people can help them become potential for change in our own future. Continued education of the importance of safe driving and reminders of the commitment those signing pledges encourage continued safe driving. Wristbands and key chain reminders were given to pledge signers who have shown to be a reminder to those wearing them each time they get behind the wheel of a car or as a passenger in a vehicle. 147396 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 11 0 1 4 1 0 1 VC 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 9 9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 AL MD NY VA X X X The Organization 7034480346 PO Box 326 McLean VA 22101 X Jordan Parent President 5.00 X X 0 0 0 Matt Kimm Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Mathew Menand Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Mandeleine Bunbury Vice President 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Matthew Salutillo Director 3.00 X 0 0 0 Liam Catto Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Will Snape Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jason Reif Treasurer 1.00 X X 0 0 0 Connor Sweeney Director 1.00 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 154869 154869 1500 1500 156369 0 0 1500 27163 27163 12797 12797 9251 9251 17823 13061 4762 1742 1284 458 1038 1038 5741 5741 2859 2067 396 396 4880 1299 3395 186 6581 1080 5501 1759 1347 77 335 Supplies 31336 31056 42 238 Printing and postage 30753 28730 161 1862 Graphic design and copy 20302 18261 313 1728 Bank and credit fees 2268 2268 176293 147396 24152 4745 82126 94102 153170 228086 235296 322188 3743 7144 3743 7144 X 231553 315044 231553 315044 235296 322188 -19924 103415 0 X X 1 X 0 1 0 X 23020 382853 154869 560742 23020 382853 154869 560742 158773 401969 791 1500 2291 563033 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 1 Central America and the Caribbean - Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, 0 0 Grant recipients located in region 9251 0 0 0 0 0 0 9251 0 9251 Hunter's Fund invests in young people (16-25) who have demonstrated talent, experience, and passion in music, entrepreneurship, performing arts and/or computer science. Central America and the Caribbean - Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Bahamas, 2 9251 Wire 0 0 0 0 0 0 Part I, Line 2: Applicants for a grant from the Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund (Hunter's Fund) must be at least 16 years old and not more than 26 when submitting an application. They must be a legal resident of the US, UK, or St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Family members or relatives of Hunter Watson's family, nor family of the Hunter Watson Founders Committee or Board of Directors are not eligible. Preference is given to applications in the areas of music, performing arts, computer science, and entrepreneurship. We accept applications for projects needing funding between $500 and $5,000. The average award is $3,500. Applications requesting a full $5,000 are subject to additional review and may be delayed to the next Grant cycle. To recognize new ideas as they emerge, Hunter's Fund reviews Grant applications twice a year, with closing dates of June 15 and November 15. The number and amount of Grants awarded depend on the quality and number of Grant applications received, in addition to funds available The Hunter's Fund Grants Committee, made up of between 12 and 22 young people, reviews all applications that meet the stated requirements. Each application is assigned a score for each answer. Each reviewer's scores are added together to achieve an overall ranking for the application. It is important to answer every question and submit two recommendations to achieve the highest score. Applicants receiving the five highest scores may be asked to submit a 1 to 2-minute video to personally describe their project and passion. The top candidates are sent to Hunter's Fund Board of Directors, who makes the final decisions. This program was founded for awarding Grants to students like Hunter, who had an insatiable curiosity about things in the area of music, performing arts, computer science, and entrepreneurship. Most applicants benefit from knowing something about Hunter, which can easily be found in the section "About Hunter" on our web site at www.hunterwaton.org. These are the things the Grants are based upon. Also, applicants are asked to take time to review the newsletter archive to learn more about what has been previously funded. Previous Grant winners have used this information to improve the possibility of their Grant being funded. Grants cannot be used to support college tuition. The mission of Hunter's Fund is to enable young entrepreneurs to pursue their dreams, and we are deeply committed to following this model. Therefore, unless there is a compelling reason why some tuition is needed to complete a project, we do not accept applications that request financial assistance for tuition purposes. We do, however, understand that financial aid is important and thus encourage applicants to apply to several scholarship organizations to put together a financial package to assist with tuition and other needs they may have that Hunter's Fund does not finance. Applications must contain a detailed explanation of the project, timeline, and budget, including any other sources of funding they may be receiving. Their budget should list only the essential and necessary components needed to complete their project. All Grant funds must be used for the specific purposes described in the application and not be used for any other costs or expenses without prior written approval from Hunter's Fund. Carefully budgeting application proposals are a key part of the application process. Any expense that is not properly justified may delay the review and selection process. The following are a list of items that are not supported through this Grant: new computers, business development supplies (i.e., business cards), membership in organizations, social media platforms, or obtaining patents before a project has been developed and has proof of viability. Most laptop computers and music instruments/equipment can be rented or available through schools, libraries, or specialized stores. If the application requires these supplies, it is recommended a budget line for rental expenses be included. If a purchase is necessary, we ask that a clear and thorough justification be included in the application to help in the additional examination. Applicants' GPA, community service, leadership roles, or religious affiliation will neither benefit nor negatively impact an application. School transcripts are requested only as evidence that the applicant has attended school and is in good standing. All applicants must identify two references who can speak to their character and passion. Hunter's Fund will notify the references and request they upload their recommendation letter to the grantee's profile by the application deadline. References must be professional contacts or teachers. Relatives and friends are not accepted. Applications lacking references will not be considered. It is becoming increasingly important for applicants to have material available online to help our Grants Committee get a feel for their work. Musicians post their material, performing arts applicants post video, entrepreneurs may have web sites related to their ideas, and computer science applicants may have Linkedin, Facebook, or other postings where they refer to their passion. Our online application platform allows applicants to save their data as entered so they can work on it up to the deadline date to complete their application. Deadlines are June 15 and November 15 each year. Uncompleted applications are removed after those dates. Critical items to gather ahead of time to be sure they can be uploaded are photos, transcripts, and contact information for their references. We require a photograph (headshot only) so that If the applicant is awarded a Grant, the photograph can be used by Hunter's Fund in press releases and publicity materials. If they are already working on a project related to their Grant request, we also encourage applicants to include photographs of that work with their Grant application. Grant winners are announced on our website on the Grant Winners page. Given the high number of applicants and our all-volunteer Grants Committee and board, applicants not selected for funding are not individually notified or offered recommendations on how to improve their future applications. However, we hope all applicants, whether selected or not, continue to find creative ways to pursue their dreams. Hunter's Fund does not make payments directly to the Grant Winners. Instead, we pay for the line items on the budget by purchasing those items for use by the Grant Winner. If they are working on their project under the supervision of a school, church, or a non-profit, we will pay the funds to that organization to be responsible for oversight of the Grant. All Grant funds must be used for the specific purposes described in the application and not be used for any other costs or expenses without prior written approval from the Hunter's Fund. If the budget needs change, the Grant winner must contact the Grants administrator with Hunter's Fund for direct approval before using funds. If Hunter's Fund determines that the recipient has not met the terms and conditions of these Grant Guidelines, Hunter's Fund may take all reasonable and appropriate steps to recover Grant funds. Once funded, projects must be completed unless our Grants Committee approves changes to the original project funded. If it is decided that the recipient has not met the terms and conditions of Grant guidelines, Hunter's Fund may take all reasonable and appropriate steps to recover Grant funds. Upon award of a Grant, qualified Mentors, if available, are assigned to each grantee. This is their principal contact to receive advice and make sure funds are distributed properly and offer opportunities for continued engagement as a Grant alumnus at the end of the project period. Grant winners are expected to submit a one to two-page report with pictures and a 1-2 minute video or their work six months after the Grant is awarded or within one month of a project's completion (whichever comes first), which should include a description of their project, how they used the funding from the awarded Grant, what effect being awarded a Grant has had on them personally, how Hunter's Fund was recognized for supporting their project, and photos from their project. Grants will agree to allow Hunter's Fund to use their full name, story, pictures, and other details for publicity purposes. We are sensitive about personal privacy and do not disclose personal contact information such as phone numbers or addresses without permis Part I, line 3: GAAP, accrual basis. Part III Accounting Method: 1 Syracuse University Skytop Office Bldg Skytop Rd Syracuse NY 13244 150532081 10465 Held in conjunction with the Syracuse University Blackstone Launchpad, these unique Awards recognize young people working on innovative ideas that can make your life better. Awards are presented to four winners selected from over forty teams. Teams came throughout the New York Area and presented their ideas in a "Shark Tank like setting on the campus of Syracuse University. The winners were selected by Team made up individuals designated but the University and member of the Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund Grants Committee to recognize students whose work demonstrate a strong gift for entrepreneurship. Phi Kappa Psi Foundation 5395 Emerson Way Indianapolis IN 46226 366130655 16698 Supports the educational and leadership programs of this non-profit organization which assists the Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund on college campuses to encourage students to sign Hunter's Pledge to End Dristracted Driving. 2 HBW grant award 1 5000 Part I, Line 2: Hunter's Fund invests in young people (16-25) who have demonstrated talent, experience, and passion in music, entrepreneurship, performing arts and/or computer science. Grant awards can range from $500 to $5,000. Applications are reviewed and accepted twice a year with application deadlines of June 15 and November 15. Selected grantees are announced in August and January. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b In 2020 the Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund had prepared campaign materials to fund safe driving campaigns on 36 college and high school campuses. COVID restrictions began impacting these campaigns in March of 2020 and continued through the end of 2020. Materials for these campaigns had been produced for the Spring semester so students could sign pledges not to drive distracted at pledge signing tables placed in high student traffic areas around campuses. Most of these materials became inappropriate and had to be recreated to promote touch-free pledge signing with the use of QR codes so students could sign their pledge online. Since volunteers are our main sources of workers, the Fund was unable to benefit from the Payroll Protection Loans and was unable to recover the cost of materials that could not be used under COVID restrictions. Even in the face of the challenge, the Fund was able to complete 8 school campaigns before the campuses began to shut down, and in the Fall of 2020, student volunteers on 7 campuses student volunteers turned to social media to encourage their classmates to sign pledges not to drive distracted. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The conflict of interest policy is reviewed annually. A copy of the conflict of interest policy is available to the public upon request. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 18 990 forms are made available on a charity rating website called Guidestar. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 The governing documents, including the conflict of interest policy are available upon request. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2c The Organization's board approves the selection of the independent accountant annually.