Scorto 1 NFP
Preselected recipients only
Scorto 1 NFP is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $23,750 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $10,000. 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$23,750
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$7,187
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,150 the year before.
48% 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 | $35,050 | 22 | $3,497 |
| 2024 | $19,150 | 21 | $11,750 |
| 2025 | $23,750 | 24 | $7,187 |
How to apply
Scorto 1 NFP 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 Scorto 1 NFP funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $15,500 |
| Indiana | 3 | $1,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1,350 |
| New York | 2 | $1,150 |
| Arizona | 2 | $750 |
| California | 2 | $750 |
| Michigan | 2 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Association House | Social services | $10,000 |
| Feeding America | Social services | $1,500 |
| Create Wisconsin | Social services | $1,500 |
| Ping | Social services | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Social services | $1,000 |
| The Newberry Library | Arts | $1,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Social services | $1,000 |
| Special Olympics | Social services | $600 |
| American Writers' Museum | Arts | $500 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Social services | $500 |
| Wnit Public Television | Social services | $500 |
| Media Burn | Arts | $500 |
| American Bird Conservancy | Conservation | $500 |
| National Parks Conservation | Conservation | $500 |
| Wvpe Public Radio | Social services | $500 |
| PBS Michiana | Social services | $500 |
| Mission Garden | Conservation | $500 |
| Seed Savers | Conservation | $250 |
| Kxci | Social services | $250 |
| Americans United | Education | $250 |
| Guide Dogs for the Blind | Social services | $250 |
| Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve | Conservation | $250 |
| Region of Three Oaks Musuem | Conservation | $250 |
| ACLU | Social services | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles Rizzo
- Thomas Quinn
- Nick Corriero
Questions people ask
Does Scorto 1 NFP accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scorto 1 NFP give?
$23,750 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Scorto 1 NFP?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles Rizzo (President), Thomas Quinn (Director) and Nick Corriero (Director).
What does Scorto 1 NFP fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, arts and culture and food and hunger.