Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Founded in 1992, it partners with Fayetteville Public Schools to provide scholarships to students and grants to school staff and teachers.
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc at a glance
- Total assets
- $5,494,583
- +5.7% vs 2024
- Revenue (2025)
- $848,889
- -8.9% vs 2024
- Net investment income (2025)
- $288,055
- +16.8% vs 2024
- Expenses (2025)
- $913,229
- +4.2% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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The website instructs applicants to complete the Fayetteville Public School District’s Intent to Apply Form and receive project approval before beginning a grant application. Applicants then select the grant program that best fits the project and submit its online application. Applicants may submit multiple proposals during a grant cycle, but the same project should be submitted only to the program that best aligns with it. All anticipated expenses must be included in the proposal; funds may be used as approved.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 571, Fayetteville, AR 72702
Phone: (479) 527-3655
Website: https://fayedfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
7 open opportunities from Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
Arkansas Community Foundation COVID-19 Family Relief Fund
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
COVID-19 Educator Relief Fund
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation: Standard and Pendergraft Grants
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
13 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 11 grants of 13 (85%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The listed grant programs serve Fayetteville Public Schools. The foundation is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2021, annual grant giving ranged from $237K (2020) to $327K (2021). In 2021 it made 13 grants totaling $327K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Contribution to General Fund | $134,792 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Other Grants 5,000 | $111,317 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Elementary Schools Outdoor Infastructure | $11,500 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Washington Afterschool Program | $10,040 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | FHS Ironworker for Agri Class | $9,975 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Asbell Outdoor Learning Infrastructure | $8,000 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Holcomb Instructional Audio System | $7,160 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Jr Highs Computers and Software for Virtual Chorus. | $6,675 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | FHS Art Supplies | $6,500 |
| Fayetteville Public Schools Fayetteville, AR | Elementery Schools Bullying Training | $6,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,494,583 | $848,889 | $913,229 | — | — | $288,055 |
| 2024 | $5,197,679 | $931,618 | $876,441 | — | — | $246,649 |
| 2023 | $4,842,718 | $1,103,697 | $1,159,922 | — | — | $96,860 |
| 2022 | $4,524,696 | $1,150,938 | $978,005 | — | — | $356,843 |
| 2021 | $5,061,976 | $658,498 | $643,718 | $327,459 | 13 | $169,362 |
| 2020 | $4,254,632 | $847,873 | $627,747 | $236,721 | 1 | $143,200 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide students with extraordinary educational opportunities by fostering strategic partnerships and investing in innovative programs championed by educators. Its website says its vision is for all Fayetteville Public School students to have access to excellent and equitable public education that prepares them to succeed and thrive.
The foundation raises private funds for resources, programs, and opportunities unavailable through the district’s normal operating budget. Its grants support Fayetteville Public Schools teachers, faculty, and staff, as well as organizations within or partnered with the district, such as PTOs. Priorities across the listed programs include innovative education, stronger student academic experiences, educational equity, literacy, and projects serving larger numbers of students.
Grantmaking
The foundation’s website lists several grant programs. The Standard Endowment Grant provides up to $10,000 for projects outside the district budget that are original, pioneering, or innovative; enhance students’ academic experience; or accelerate educational equity. The Neal R. Pendergraft Grant provides $10,000–$25,000 for projects serving the district, a school or group of schools, a department, or one or more grades. The Maureen Shireman Literacy Grant provides $250–$20,000 for literacy-focused projects serving Pre-K–12 students. The FHS Student Alumni Association Grant provides $50–$900 for projects aligned with that association’s mission.
IRS filing data lists a grant count of zero for each of 2023, 2024, and 2025; it does not provide grant totals or individual grantee amounts for those years. The foundation’s 2024 filing says grant committee recommendations are reviewed using a graded point system, with higher-scoring grants awarded, and that the board votes on the recommendations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 IRS filing lists Jack Butt, Rita Caver, Tim Hudson, Justin Hunt, Keith Little, Kirsten Morman, and John Mulford as directors; Sara Eichmann as secretary; David Hogue as treasurer; and Eva Madison as vice preside.
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc is led by Nathan Watson, President since 2025 (on filings since 2024); none of the 22 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Nathan Watson
President
Vice President → President, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chantal Sumlin
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dyanne Sykes
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emma Pierce
Director of
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jack Butt
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
John Mulford
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Josh Phelan
Director
Treasurer → Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Justin Hunt
Director
President → Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Wade
Director
Secretary → Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Little
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kirsten Morman
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Larry Perkin
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Martin Swope
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Molly Puryear
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rita Caver
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Warren Rosenaur
Director
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Pratt
Director of
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tim Hudson
Director
New on the 2025 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cambre Horne-Brooks
Executive Di
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Hogue
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Eva Madison
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sara Eichmann
Secretary
Director → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (37)
- Former: Christina Knight (2024) — Past President
- Former: Nika Waitsman (2024) — Director
- Former: Steve Rogers (2024) — Director
- Former: Swati Sharma (2024) — Director
- Former: Eldridge Mary Elizabeth (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Harris Heinzelmann Shari (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Horne-Brooks Cambre (2020–2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Knight Christina (2020–2023) — President
- Former: Rogers Steve (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Sorensen Brian (2020–2023) — Past President
- Former: Wade Kathy (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Caver Rita (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Perkin Larry (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Phelan Josh (2021–2023) — Treasurer
- Former: Puryear Molly (2021–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Cate Brandon (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Hunt Dr Justin (2022–2023) — Vice President
- Former: Pierce Emma (2022–2023) — Director Proj Ops
- Former: Rosenaur Warren (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Sharma Dr Swati (2022–2023) — Secretary
- Former: Eichmann Sara (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Sumlin Chantal (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Sykes Dyanne (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Watson Nathan (2023) — Board Member
- Former: Gearhart Jane (2020–2022) — Tresaurer
- Former: McNair Conner (2020–2022) — Past President
- Former: Sego Ted (2020–2022) — President
- Former: Caston Marvin (2022) — Board Member
- Former: Chadick Vince (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Franklin Tim (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Higgins Lisa (2020–2021) — Board Financial Oversight Chair
- Former: Koenig Jeff (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Mayer Lisa (2020–2021) — Board Treasurer
- Former: Banks Jamie (2020) — Director
- Former: Britt Michael (2020) — Director
- Former: Jackson Katie (2020) — Director
- Former: West Romona (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc
How large is Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc?
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc reported $5.5M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $849K.
What does Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide students with extraordinary educational opportunities by fostering strategic partnerships and investing in innovative programs championed by educators. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc?
The website instructs applicants to complete the Fayetteville Public School District’s Intent to Apply Form and receive project approval before beginning a grant application. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc make grants?
The listed grant programs serve Fayetteville Public Schools. The foundation is based in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
What is Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc's EIN?
Fayetteville Public Education Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 58-2010071. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS March 10, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 15, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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