The Paul Scammell Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Paul Scammell Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$56,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $55,500 the year before.
14% of its 2024 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 | $55,500 | 9 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $56,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Paul Scammell 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $6,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Womens Audio Mission | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Save the Children Federation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| World Central Kitchen Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Mercy Corps | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| International Rescue Committee Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurel A Lee
Questions people ask
Does The Paul Scammell Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paul Scammell Foundation give?
$56,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Paul Scammell Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laurel A Lee (Pres, Dir, Sec).