Hunter's Grants Program
Funding Amount
Not stated
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
Foundation
Deadline history & next window
- Cycle
- Annual
- Tracked since
- April 2026
From the program guidelines: “Award Frequency: Grants are awarded twice annually (Spring and Fall cycles based on past award announcements)”
Overview
Hunter's Fund distributes grants to young entrepreneurs and creative individuals pursuing projects in performing arts, music, computer science, and entrepreneurship. The program honors Hunter Watson's entrepreneurial spirit and supports young people in manifesting their creative visions and dreams.
Background: Hunter Watson was a 20-year-old with extremely diverse talents who was killed in a distracted driving collision in June 2016. Hunter's Fund was established in 2016 to keep his memory alive and support young entrepreneurs.
Geographic Scope: Global (recipients from US, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and other international locations)
Focus Areas:
- Performing arts
- Music
- Computer science
- Entrepreneurship
- Creative ventures
- Tech startups
- Sustainable agriculture
- Healthcare technology
- Gaming/game development
- Educational technology
- Sports technology
Eligibility: Young entrepreneurs and creative individuals; typically students or recent graduates
Award Frequency: Grants are awarded twice annually (Spring and Fall cycles based on past award announcements)
Support Services:
- Financial grants
- Mentorship program (developed 2021) pairing recipients with experienced professionals in their field
- Monthly virtual check-ins with mentors to develop strategic plans
- Networking opportunities
- Professional growth support
- Young Entrepreneur Series (YES!) podcast and web series featuring grant recipients
Contact:
- Email: laurel@hunterwatson.org
- Address: Hunter's Fund, P.O. Box 326, McLean, VA 22101
- Phone: 703-448-0436
- Website: hunterwatson.org
Organization Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; EIN 83-0574041
How to Apply
Application Process
Detailed application process information was not provided in the available website content. However, the following information is available:
- Application Resources: The website references "Download an Application" and a "Fast Track Application" option
- Mentorship Support: Once awarded, grant recipients are paired with mentors who help them strategize goals and use grant funds efficiently
- Ongoing Support: Recipients meet virtually once a month with their mentor throughout the year
- Frequency: Grants are awarded in Spring and Fall cycles
Contact for Application Details:
Email: laurel@hunterwatson.org or visit hunterwatson.org for detailed application guidelines and forms.
What Hunter Brooks Watson Memorial Fund actually gave
Source: IRS Form 990, 2025
- Grants in 2025
- 1
- Total given
- $10K
- Median grant
- $10K
- By dollars: New York 100%. Top recipient cities: Syracuse, NY.
Example grants
Syracuse University · Syracuse, NY
Entrpreneurship awards
$10K
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Startups
- Performing arts
- Music
- Youth programs
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