The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,020 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $12,000. 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$52,020
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$772,289
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,800 the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $31,520 | 21 | $668,991 |
| 2024 | $28,800 | 19 | $749,707 |
| 2025 | $52,020 | 24 | $772,289 |
How to apply
The Scotto Laporte Charitable 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 Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 3 | $16,000 |
| New Hampshire | 11 | $15,020 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wings for Kids | General Operating Support | $12,000 |
| Marine Toys for Tots Foundation | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Think Outside the Vox | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Mukisa Community Initiative International | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| Betsys Park | General Operating Support | $3,000 |
| New Hampshire Catholic Charities | f/b/o New Hampshire Food Bank | $3,000 |
| Boston After School & Beyond | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Good Sports Inc | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| ROCA Inc | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Squam Lakes Association | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Squam Lakes Conservation Society | General Operating Support | $1,500 |
| Bald Peak Community Fund | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Interlakes Community Caregiver | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Lakes Region Conservation Trust | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Loon Preservation Committee | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| The Kilham Bear Center | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Dana Farber Cancer Institute | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| United South End Settlements | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Backpack Buddies Seabrook Island | General Operating Support | $1,000 |
| Lakes Region Food Pantry | General Operating Support | $520 |
| Castle Preservation Society | General Operating Support | $500 |
| Charity Navigator | General Operating Support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Scotto Jr
- Ann Laporte
Questions people ask
Does The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation give?
$52,020 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony Scotto Jr (Trustee) and Ann Laporte (Trustee).
What does The Scotto Laporte Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, environment and conservation and food and hunger.