The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Cockeysville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$57,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$86,324
Giving in 2025 was up from $56,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $60,500 | 15 | $206,470 |
| 2024 | $56,000 | 12 | $149,613 |
| 2025 | $57,500 | 15 | $86,324 |
How to apply
The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $8,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $6,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Justin Bray
- Ethan Haire
- I Scott Livingston
- Jamie Dembeck
Questions people ask
Does The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund give?
$57,500 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Justin Bray (Trustee Treasurer), Ethan Haire (Trustee Chairman), I Scott Livingston (Trustee) and Jamie Dembeck (Trusteesecretary).
What does The Sinclair Broadcast Diversity Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.