The Scott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Scott Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, Louisiana. In tax year 2023 it gave $856,116 in 256 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$856,116
- Number of grants256
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2023 was up from $812,662 the year before.
32% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $812,662 | 323 | $16.1 million |
| 2023 | $856,116 | 256 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
The Scott 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 Scott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 151 | $616,825 |
| Tennessee | 20 | $100,815 |
| Texas | 40 | $79,118 |
| Arkansas | 24 | $34,100 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
| Mississippi | 11 | $7,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $508 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas H & Scott Charitable Fund | Charitable | $150,000 |
| United Way of Northeast la | Charitable | $55,750 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical | $51,815 |
| Pilots for Patients | Charitable | $50,500 |
| M D Anderson Cancer Research | Medical | $50,000 |
| Louisiana Baptist Children's Home | Charitable | $24,500 |
| Rays of Sonshine | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge | Education | $17,500 |
| Middle Tennessee State University | Education | $15,500 |
| The Bridge Alzheimer's & Dementia | Medical | $15,000 |
| St Paul's United Methodist Church | Religious | $11,000 |
| Grace Place Ministries | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Louisiana Tech University | Education | $10,000 |
| Monroe Symphony Orchestra | Civic | $10,000 |
| Ouachita Council on Aging | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Southern Arkansas | Education | $10,000 |
| St Francis Medical Center Foundation | Medical | $10,000 |
| Tennessee State University | Education | $10,000 |
| The Highland Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
| University of Louisiana - Lafayette | Education | $10,000 |
| University of Tennessee at Knoxvilee | Education | $10,000 |
| Boy Scouts of America | Civic | $7,500 |
| Princess Theatre Foundation | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Christopher Youth House | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Nova Workforce of NE Louisiana | Civic | $5,500 |
| Strauss Theatre Center | Civic | $5,500 |
| Aveda Arts & Sciences Institutes | Education | $5,000 |
| Bright Star Ranch Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Broaden Horizons | Education | $5,000 |
| Center for Children & Families | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Chamberlain University | Education | $5,000 |
| Delgado Community College | Education | $5,000 |
| First United Methodist Church - Winnsboro | Religious | $5,000 |
| Friends of Crowville | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | Religious | $5,000 |
| Houston Ground Angels | Medical | $5,000 |
| Louisiana State University - Eunice | Education | $5,000 |
| LSU - Shreveport | Education | $5,000 |
| Lyon College | Education | $5,000 |
| Northwestern State University - | Education | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Betty S Cummins
- Evelyn Johnson
- Mary Ellen Thompson
- George J Bershen
Questions people ask
Does The Scott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Scott Foundation give?
$856,116 in tax year 2023, across 256 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs The Scott Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Betty S Cummins (Chairperson), Evelyn Johnson (Trustee), Mary Ellen Thompson (Trustee) and George J Bershen (Sec-Treas).
What does The Scott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.