The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ft Mitchell, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $690,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $32,500 and the largest $85,000. 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$690,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$32,500
- Largest grant$85,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2025 was up from $626,500 the year before.
6% 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 | $630,000 | 20 | $13.8 million |
| 2024 | $626,500 | 19 | $14.8 million |
| 2025 | $690,000 | 18 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc 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 Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 12 | $440,000 |
| Tennessee | 4 | $165,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Patrick School | Tuition assistance | $85,000 |
| Saint Patrick Church | Maintenance projects | $80,000 |
| Casa for Kids Inc | Advocacy for children and youth | $50,000 |
| Mountain Region Speech & Hearing Center | It services and medical software | $50,000 |
| Sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-Of-The-Woods Indiana | Retired sisters trust | $50,000 |
| Maysville Players Inc | Childrens shows and building repairs | $45,000 |
| Maysville Initiatives Inc | Camp discovery 2026 | $43,000 |
| Friends in Need Health Center Inc | General operations poc medical dental | $40,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Pathway of hope program | $35,000 |
| Limestone Ministries Inc | Food boxes and utility assistance | $30,000 |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington | St anthony church restoration | $30,000 |
| Tom Browning Boys & Girls Club | Academic tutoring | $30,000 |
| Comprehend Inc | Residential home roof replacement | $25,000 |
| Licking Valley College Development Corporation | Student emergency fund | $25,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee | Feeding hungry neighbors in northeast tn | $25,000 |
| Warrior Ridge Co | Site infrastructure upgrades | $22,000 |
| Maysville and Mason County Library Historical and Scientific Association | The rose arbor literacy campaign | $15,000 |
| Ion Center for Violence Prevention | Storage buildings and dining furniture | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mr Ben Breslin
Questions people ask
Does The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc give?
$690,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $32,500.
Who runs The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Mr Ben Breslin (President/Secretary/Treasurer/Director).
What does The Charles E and Mary Elizabeth Scripps Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and faith communities.