The E Kenneth and Esther Marie Hatton Foundation is a private foundation based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Established in 1997, it operates as a non-operating foundation focused on philanthropic grantmaking to charitable organizations.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$38.7M
+18.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.3M
-7.8% YoY
Grant Count
49
-12.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$26K
+5.4% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Hatton Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.8M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation has not publicly provided a formal mission statement. However, based on its grantmaking patterns, the foundation supports organizations across multiple sectors including education, youth development, disability services, and community development.
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$10,000
Average Grant
$26,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Ohio and Kentucky, which account for a significant portion of grantmaking. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states, with additional support in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets:
- 2024: $38,670,124
- 2023: $32,697,084
- Growth from 2011: Assets increased from $24.2 million to $32.7 million by 2023
Annual Income & Revenue:
- 2024 Total Revenues: $1,558,551
- 2024 Investment Income and Dividends: $593,600
- Annual Income (reported): $8.3 million
Expenses:
- 2024 Total Expenses: $1,680,694
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $38,670,124 | $32,697,084 | $28,970,978 |
| Revenue | $1,558,551 | $617,104 | $300,912 |
| Expenses | $1,680,694 | $1,738,703 | $1,808,101 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $1,355,359 | $1,456,277 | $1,456,474 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,237,757 | $334,679 | $210,009 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,780,908 | $1,534,996 | $1,462,640 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
247 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include University of Cincinnati Foundation ($250,000), Greater Cincinnati Foundation ($150,000), Team First Foundation ($100,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A CARING PLACE PHC INC CINCINNATI, OH | GENERAL SUPPORT | $8,000 |
| ANTHONY MUNOZ FOUNDATION CINCINNATI, OH | HALL OF FAME EVENT & GENERAL SUPPORT | $15,000 |
| ASSOCIATION OF THE US ARMY CINCINNATI, OH | SUPPORT OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHEER | $5,000 |
| BATAVIA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BATAVIA, OH | SCHOLARSHIPS | $20,000 |
| BAYVIEW YACHT CLUB FOUNDATION DETROIT, MI | GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| BRACKEN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL BROOKSVILLE, KY | BRACKEN CO HS BASEBALL&SOFTBALL PROG | $20,000 |
| CAMPUS CRUSADE FOR CHRIST INC ORLANDO, FL | GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
| CINCINNATI PIPE BAND CLUB INC CINCINNATI, OH | GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
| CINCINNATI POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE CINCINNATI, OH | CITI CAMP | $84,151 |
| COVINGTON PARTNERS INC COVINGTON, KY | 25 YR SILVER ANNIV GALA SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Trustees and Officers:
- Walter B. Lunsford (Principal Officer)
- Margaret Lunsford
- Steve Scherzinger
- Walter Lunsford
The foundation is governed by 9 officers and trustees.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARGARET LUNSFORD | TRUSTEE | — | — |
| STEVE SCHERZINGER | PRESIDENT | — | $600 |
| WALTER LUNSFORD | EXECUTIVE DI | — | — |
| CHASE LUNSFORD | TRUSTEE | — | $300 |
| ROBERT ROBINSON | VICE PRESIDE | — | $600 |
| KIM BEACH | TREASURER | — | $600 |
| CARLENE ROBINSON | SECRETARY | — | $400 |
| TAMARA JONES ANDERSSON | TRUSTEE | — | $600 |
| MICHAEL STENGER | TRUSTEE | — | $600 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Hatton Foundation provided a $1 million matching gift for The Hope Center, as announced by the Nuxhall Foundation. The foundation has also supported social enterprises serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Point Perk Coffee Shop, which opened in December 2015 with funding from a Hatton Foundation grant.
Nuxhall Foundation surpasses $1M match for future Hope CenterSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Hatton Foundation fund?
The foundation has not publicly provided a formal mission statement. However, based on its grantmaking patterns, the foundation supports organizations across multiple sectors including education, youth development, disability services, and community development.
How do I apply for a grant from Hatton Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 48 grants in 2024 • Historical grantmaking: 160 grants totaling $4.2 million across available records • Median grant size: $10,000 • Average grant size: $26,000 • Grant range: $1,000 to $250,000 **Recent Grants (2024):** • The University of Cincinnati Foundation (Freeman Center Expansion): $250,000 • The Greater Cincinnati Foundation (General Support-Procamps): $150,000 • Team First Foundation (Sport Camps for Youth): $100,000 **Annual Distribution:** • 2024: $1,680,6…
Where does Hatton Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily funds organizations in Ohio and Kentucky, which account for a significant portion of grantmaking. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states, with additional support in Texas.
What size grants does Hatton Foundation award?
In 2024, Hatton Foundation awarded 49 grants totaling $1.3M — an average of about $26K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Hatton Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Hatton Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.8M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Hatton Foundation's EIN?
Hatton Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1533046. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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