Adam R Scripps Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adam R Scripps Foundation is a private foundation in Ft Mitchell, Kentucky. In tax year 2024 it gave $35.5 million in 281 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$35.5 million
- Number of grants281
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$878 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $27.0 million the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $27.0 million | 234 | $820 million |
| 2024 | $35.5 million | 281 | $878 million |
How to apply
Adam R Scripps 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 Adam R Scripps Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 27 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 116 | $14.9 million |
| California | 29 | $6.8 million |
| Ohio | 31 | $3.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $2.3 million |
| Minnesota | 6 | $1.5 million |
| Florida | 5 | $1.2 million |
| New York | 15 | $1.1 million |
| Colorado | 21 | $922,424 |
| Wisconsin | 2 | $550,000 |
| Indiana | 2 | $350,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Society for Science & the Public | Purchase and renovation of building | $2.0 million |
| The Regents of the University of California San Diego | Birch Aquarium Hall of Fishes Remodel | $2.0 million |
| Scripps Research Institute | Research Programs | $1.9 million |
| Austin Habitat for Humanity Inc | Capital Campaign | $1.0 million |
| Foundation Communities | capital projects in pipeline | $1.0 million |
| Scripps Health Foundation | Equipment purchase | $778,000 |
| Sundari Foundation Inc | National Women's Shelter Network | $717,000 |
| College Possible | Scholarships | $701,200 |
| SA Christian Hope Resource Center | Westside Campus Capital Campaign | $600,000 |
| Admiral Nimitz Foundation | Education Studio, Space, and Portal | $500,000 |
| EAA Aviation Foundation Inc | General Operations | $500,000 |
| FBG Friends of the Fields | park building | $500,000 |
| FBG Friends of the Fields | Park Costs | $500,000 |
| Hill Country Community Needs Council | Building Development Center | $500,000 |
| Miami University | General Operations | $500,000 |
| Mobile Loaves & Fishes | Community 1st Village & general operations | $500,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | MRI Project | $500,000 |
| Scripps Howard Foundation | Book Campaign | $350,000 |
| Scripps Research Institute | Equipment purchase | $350,000 |
| Cincinnati Public Radio | Building Connections Campaign | $333,333 |
| Joyful Heart Foundation | IBA Policy and Awareness Project | $316,500 |
| Wilderness Inquiry Inc | Capital Campaign | $300,000 |
| Miracle Foundation Inc | Foster Share App | $275,000 |
| Women Helping Women | Survivor Safety Support for Survivors | $256,500 |
| Angel Flight Inc South Central Division | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Austin Lifecare Inc | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs in Texas | General Operations for the Texas AIM program | $250,000 |
| Changinggears Inc | Adam's Automotive Program | $250,000 |
| Children's Hospital Medical Center | early emerging researchers | $250,000 |
| CMC Foundation of Central Texas | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Foundation Communities | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Foundation of Central & South Texas Inc | General Purposes | $250,000 |
| New Bedford Light Inc | General operations | $250,000 |
| Nurse-Family Partnership | General Operations in Texas | $250,000 |
| SA Christian Hope Resource Center | General Operations | $250,000 |
| SA Youth | General Operations | $250,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Research | $250,000 |
| Texas 4-H Youth Development Foundation | General operating support | $250,000 |
| The Colorado Springs School | Excellence in Education Program | $250,000 |
| The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Capital Improvements for Der Stadtische Friedhof | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miramar Fiduciary Corporation
Questions people ask
Does Adam R Scripps Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adam R Scripps Foundation give?
$35.5 million in tax year 2024, across 281 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Adam R Scripps Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Miramar Fiduciary Corporation (Trustee).
What does Adam R Scripps Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.