SCP Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SCP Foundation is a private foundation in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $153,249 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $91,700. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$153,249
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$91,700
- Assets$653,017
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $108,150 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $75,866 | 11 | $796,517 |
| 2024 | $108,150 | 16 | $761,271 |
| 2025 | $153,249 | 10 | $653,017 |
How to apply
SCP Foundation 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 SCP Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $104,299 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $26,000 |
| California | 1 | $14,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,800 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $2,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Hills Community Church | General support | $91,700 |
| Open Hearts | Missions | $25,000 |
| Renew the Hope | General support | $14,000 |
| Cru | Missionary support | $6,800 |
| Rescued Ministries | General support | $6,500 |
| Christ Street Fellowship | General support | $4,500 |
| Desiring God | General support | $2,000 |
| Hope Haven Rwanda | Child sponsorship | $1,599 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $1,000 |
| Free Life Church | General support | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard L Smith II
- Pamela S Smith
- Colby A Smith
- Lindsey H Herrmann
- Ryan J Smith
Questions people ask
Does SCP Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SCP Foundation give?
$153,249 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs SCP Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard L Smith II (Trustee), Pamela S Smith (Trustee), Colby A Smith (Trustee) and Lindsey H Herrmann (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does SCP Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.