The Taylor-Schale Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Taylor-Schale Foundation is a private foundation in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,500 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$130,500
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 | $75,000 | 15 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 17 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $130,500 | 20 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Taylor-Schale 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 Taylor-Schale Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 7 | $42,500 |
| Florida | 5 | $35,500 |
| Washington | 3 | $27,500 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $12,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flagler College Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $18,000 |
| Kulshan Community Land Trust | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $12,500 |
| Whatcom Community College Foundation | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $12,500 |
| Portland Community College Foundation Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $12,000 |
| Portland State University Foundation | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $10,000 |
| Town of Canton NC | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $10,000 |
| Raphael House of Portland | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,500 |
| Broadway Rose Theater Co | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Drive Fore the Future Foundation | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Epilepsy Alliance of Florida | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Episcopal School of Jacksonville Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Interlochen Center for the Arts | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Oregon Health and Science University Foundation | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Treehouse of Tallahassee Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $5,000 |
| Hope for Horses | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
| Penn State University School of Theatre | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
| Project Lemonade Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
| Sound Equine Options | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
| Studer Community Institute Inc | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
| The Bellingham Public School Foundation | General support of the organization's charitable and educational activities | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph S Taylor
- Judith A Taylor
- Steven Patrick Schale
- Elizabeth Rae Vidana
- Lisa Marie Schale-Drake
Questions people ask
Does The Taylor-Schale Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Taylor-Schale Foundation give?
$130,500 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Taylor-Schale Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph S Taylor (Trustee), Judith A Taylor (Trustee), Steven Patrick Schale (Trustee) and Elizabeth Rae Vidana (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Taylor-Schale Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and animals.