The Scott Family Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Scott Family Fund is a private foundation in Mill Valley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $369,500 in 90 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $30,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$369,500
- Number of grants90
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $232,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $232,000 | 1 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $369,500 | 90 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
The Scott Family Fund says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Scott Family Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 32 | $96,000 |
| District of Columbia | 16 | $59,000 |
| New York | 8 | $39,000 |
| Oregon | 11 | $37,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $33,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $30,000 |
| Washington | 8 | $24,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $12,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $30,000 |
| Carter Center | General fund | $30,000 |
| Direct Relief | General fund | $25,000 |
| Sudan Mutual Aid Coalition | General fund | $15,000 |
| Sudan Relief Fund | General fund | $15,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $12,000 |
| Abortion Care Network | Support | $10,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Support | $10,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety | General fund | $10,000 |
| St Andrew Nativity School | General fund | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund | $5,000 |
| Elkhorn Slough Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Slo Noor Foundation | Support | $5,000 |
| Lines for Life | Support | $5,000 |
| Blanchet House | Support | $5,000 |
| Individual | Support | $5,000 |
| Natural Resource Defense Council | Support | $5,000 |
| National Council for Mental Wellbei | Support | $5,000 |
| Seattle's LGBTQ Center | Support | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of San Francis | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ipas | General fund | $5,000 |
| National Council for Mental Wellbei | General fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $5,000 |
| Preventing and Ending Mass Atrociti | General fund | $5,000 |
| Perscolas | General fund | $5,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rainier Valley Historical Society | General fund | $5,000 |
| Whole Women's Health Alliance | General fund | $5,000 |
| Mountain Play Assn | General fund | $4,000 |
| SF - Marin Food Bank | General fund | $4,000 |
| Project Avary | General fund | $4,000 |
| Raphael House SF | Support | $4,000 |
| Wildcare | Support | $4,000 |
| Challened Athletes Foundation | General fund | $4,000 |
| Global Justice Center | General fund | $4,000 |
| Project on Government Oversight | General fund | $4,000 |
| Yosemite Conservancy Association | General fund | $3,000 |
| Lighthouse for the Blind | Support | $3,000 |
| Individual | Support | $3,000 |
| Netword for Teaching Entrepreneursh | General fund | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Scott
- Alison Ferguson Scott
- Ann Scott
- Nathaniel Scott
Questions people ask
Does The Scott Family Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Scott Family Fund give?
$369,500 in tax year 2024, across 90 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Scott Family Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Jennifer Scott (Vp/Asst Secty), Alison Ferguson Scott (Vp/Asst Secty), Ann Scott (Vp/Asst Secty) and Nathaniel Scott (Vp/Asst Secty).
What does The Scott Family Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and health.