The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ft Mitchell, Kentucky. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $60,834 and the largest $200,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$60,834
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$23.8 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $925,000 the year before.
63% 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 | $970,000 | 13 | $20.8 million |
| 2024 | $925,000 | 19 | $22.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 16 | $23.8 million |
How to apply
The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family 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 Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $419,167 |
| Texas | 6 | $394,999 |
| Virginia | 1 | $60,834 |
| Colorado | 1 | $50,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $16,667 |
| New York | 1 | $16,667 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $16,666 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scripps Health Foundation | Scripps clinic neurosurgery research; mri project | $200,000 |
| Fredericksburg Community Health Center | Capital project | $100,000 |
| Texsar Inc | General operations | $81,667 |
| The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | General operations | $81,666 |
| Scripps Research Institute | Graduate fellowship support | $75,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation - Sio | Biomedical automation facility | $75,000 |
| Team Rubicon | General operations | $69,167 |
| Mercy Chefs | General operations | $60,834 |
| Ark of Highland Lakes | General operations | $60,833 |
| Ordinary Nurses DBA Casa Tabito | General operations | $50,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operations | $50,000 |
| Austin Pets Alive | General operations | $45,833 |
| Charlotte Mason Schools International | Arrowsmith program | $25,000 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General operations | $16,667 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General operations | $16,667 |
| Gary Sinise Foundation | General operations | $16,666 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Brickner
- Virginia S Vasquez
- Tracy Tunney Ward
- Cynthia M Chiaro
- Mary Ann S Sanchez
- Margaret S Klenzing
- Corina S Granado
- William A Scripps
- Jimmy R Scripps
- Eve S Attal
- Scott Thomas
Questions people ask
Does The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $60,834.
Who runs The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Brickner (President), Virginia S Vasquez (Vice President / Director), Tracy Tunney Ward (Treasurer (Thru 12/2025)) and Cynthia M Chiaro (Secretary (Thru 12/2025)) among 11 officers and trustees.
What does The Robert P and Mariana R Scripps Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and science and research.