Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation is a private foundation in Billings, Montana. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $90,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$90,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$35.9 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.5 million the year before.
91% 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 | $0 | 0 | $32.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 3 | $33.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 11 | $35.9 million |
How to apply
Thomas W & Joan 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 Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wyoming.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 6 | $820,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500,000 |
| Montana | 4 | $295,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Day School | Operating Funds | $500,000 |
| Homer & Mildred Scott Foundation | Operating Grant | $350,000 |
| Antelope Butte Foundation | Operating Funds | $250,000 |
| Yellowstone Ice Foundation | Operating Funds | $200,000 |
| Leadership Wyoming | Operating Funds | $100,000 |
| Tongue River Valley Community Center | Operating Funds | $90,000 |
| Montana FFA Foundation | Operating Funds | $50,000 |
| Billings Education Foundation | Advocates for Billings Baseball | $25,000 |
| Tongue River Valley Scholarship Fund | Operating Funds | $25,000 |
| Chinook Horses | Operating Funds | $20,000 |
| Perkins Foundation | Dental Health Grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Scott-Rose
- Jonathan R Scott
- Barb Skelton
Questions people ask
Does Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $90,000.
Who runs Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Julie Scott-Rose (President), Jonathan R Scott (Vice President) and Barb Skelton (Secretary).
What does Thomas W & Joan Scott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.