Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars is a private foundation based in Jackson, Michigan. Its 2023 filing was marked as a final return, indicating that the foundation appears to have wound down or stopped grantmaking.
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars at a glance
In short: Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars gave $27K across 13 grants in 2023 (avg $2K), mostly in Michigan. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $26,500
- -5.4% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 13
- -13.3% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $2,038
- +9.2% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Primary geography
- Michigan (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars
- How to Apply
The final 2023 filing described an application essay, limited to one page, explaining how the applicant could incorporate faith-based values into her life and career, plus two recommendation letters—one academic and…
The final 2023 filing described an application essay, limited to one page, explaining how the applicant could incorporate faith-based values into her life and career, plus two recommendation letters—one academic and one from clergy. Its eligibility requirements were that applicants be graduating female Jackson County high school seniors; active in a place of worship; varsity athletes during senior year; National Honor Society members in good standing with consistently high achievement in math and science; accepted into an accredited college or university program; and planning to enroll full time for at least 12 credit hours. These instructions are from the foundation’s final filing and are not presented as current.
- Review Cycle
- The filing stated that scholarships were awarded annually in May. This describes a past cycle, not a current opportunity.
- Deadline
- The filing stated that scholarships were awarded annually in May.
- Contact
Application contact: Whitney C Albertson Memorial Schol
Mailing address: 900 E Michigan Ave Suite 105, Jackson, MI 49201
Phone: (517) 563-2161
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
48 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 48 grants of 48 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation was based in Jackson, Michigan. All listed 2023 grant dollars went to recipients in Michigan, and the filing’s scholarship eligibility criteria specified graduating seniors from Jackson County high schools.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 13 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars gives
- Giving grew 66% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out 719% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $16K (2020) to $28K (2022). In 2023 it made 13 grants totaling $27K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 13 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $26,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $18,267 | $26,505 | $26,500 | 13 | $26,500 | $18,262 | $3,687 |
| 2022 | $160,037 | $18,077 | $28,582 | $28,000 | 15 | $28,000 | $17,962 | $24,332 |
| 2021 | $169,036 | $32,226 | $16,420 | $16,000 | 8 | $16,000 | $32,126 | $24,194 |
| 2020 | $152,951 | $21,624 | $16,393 | $16,000 | 12 | — | $21,553 | $20,024 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars reported a distributable amount of $4K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement is provided. The 2023 filing lists grants for college education and describes scholarships for eligible graduating female Jackson County high school seniors.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $26,500. Grants ranged from $1,000 to $4,000, with a median of $1,000. The listed grants went to individual recipients in Michigan for college education.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing listed Robert D Albertson as president, Katherine Albertson as vice president, and Robert Smith as treasurer.
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars is led by Robert D. Albertson, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Robert D. Albertson
President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Katherine Albertson
Vice President
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Robert Smith
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "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 Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars
How much does Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars give each year?
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars gave $27K across 13 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $28K across 15 grants.
What is Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars's typical grant size?
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars's median grant in 2023 was $1,000, and its average grant was $2,038, across 13 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars give grants?
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars gives mostly in Michigan: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there.
Does Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars give general operating support?
Not in 2023: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars's 2023 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "College Education" (13 grants).
What does Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars fund?
No mission statement is provided. The 2023 filing lists grants for college education and describes scholarships for eligible graduating female Jackson County high school seniors. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars?
The final 2023 filing described an application essay, limited to one page, explaining how the applicant could incorporate faith-based values into her life and career, plus two recommendation letters—one academic and… Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars reported a distributable amount of $4K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars's EIN?
Whitney Albertson Memorial Scholars's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 38-3484680. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(5)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS October 27, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 11, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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