Eric Scott Bottin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Eric Scott Bottin Foundation is a private foundation in Dunedin, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was down from $220,000 the year before.
3% 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 | $160,000 | 26 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 35 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 30 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Eric Scott Bottin 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 Eric Scott Bottin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Arkansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | 17 | $106,000 |
| Florida | 10 | $60,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $32,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Dynamo | Crisis response | $32,000 |
| Easter Seals | Disability services | $10,000 |
| Aerial Recovery | Care for community | $6,000 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Ar Chapter | Suicide prevention | $6,000 |
| Arkansas Children's Hospital | Healthcare for children | $6,000 |
| Arkansas Food Bankrice Depot | Food for the underprivileged | $6,000 |
| Arkansas Hospice | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Caring Hearts Pregnancy Center | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Christian Care Center | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Community Connection | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Dunedin Cares Inc | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Em Strong Foundation | Special needs children | $6,000 |
| Firm Foundation Youth Homegigi's Cottage | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Friends of Sozo Kids | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Hep | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Immerse Arkansas | Care for children | $6,000 |
| Make-A-Wish | Grant wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions | $6,000 |
| Operation Warrior Resolution | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Our House | Homeless support | $6,000 |
| Project Zerothrive | Foster family support | $6,000 |
| Ready for Life | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Ark | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Individual | Support for those in need | $6,000 |
| The Call | Care for children | $6,000 |
| The House of Mercy & Encouragement Foundation | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Union Rescue Mission | Substance abuse support | $6,000 |
| United Cerebral Palsy | Disability support | $6,000 |
| Wildwood Soup Kitchen | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Wildwood UMC - Food Panty | Care for community | $6,000 |
| Women & Children First | Care for women and children | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Bottin
- Donna K Bottin
- Lindsay Wilkerson
Questions people ask
Does Eric Scott Bottin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Eric Scott Bottin Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Eric Scott Bottin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Bottin (Trustee), Donna K Bottin (Trustee) and Lindsay Wilkerson (Trustee).
What does Eric Scott Bottin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and health.