The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $399,999 and the largest $399,999. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$399,999
- Largest grant$399,999
- Assets$896,076
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.6 million the year before.
0% 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 | $688,333 | 4 | $979,090 |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 4 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 3 | $896,076 |
How to apply
The William and Kathryn Scripps Family 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 The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 2 | $799,998 |
| California | 1 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Colorado Foundation | Bill & Kathy Scripps Psychological Health and Performance endowment fund | $399,999 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Bill & Kathy Scripps Media Innovation Endowment fund | $399,999 |
| U C San Diego Foundation | Scripps Programmatic Expansion Fund | $300,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kathryn Scripps
- Shelby Scripps
- William H Scripps
- William Scripps II
Questions people ask
Does The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $399,999.
Who runs The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kathryn Scripps (Dir), Shelby Scripps (Dir), William H Scripps (Pres, Dir, Sec) and William Scripps II (Dir).
What does The William and Kathryn Scripps Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.