Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2024 it gave $101,350 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$101,350
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees87%
Giving in 2024 was up from $78,500 the year before.
87% of its 2024 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 | $78,500 | 8 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $101,350 | 39 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Kinder Porter Scott Family 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 Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 33 | $82,900 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 2 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Seeing Eye | General support | $15,000 |
| Lincoln Community Foundation | Give to lincoln day | $12,000 |
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Pledge to jeffrey raikes school of business | $10,750 |
| Child Advocacy Center | Pledge to building program | $10,000 |
| The Bay | Pledge to building program | $10,000 |
| The Waverly Community Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Santa Cop | General support | $5,000 |
| Mary Lanning Hospital Foundation | Pledge to building program | $5,000 |
| Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach | General support | $4,750 |
| Children's Home Project | General support | $2,500 |
| Nebraska Devo | General support | $2,500 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| White Cane Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Lincoln Arts Council | General support | $1,000 |
| Morning Hope | General support | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Rotary Club | General support | $700 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $500 |
| Family Service of Lincoln | General support | $500 |
| Kicks for Kids | General support | $500 |
| Lighthouse | General support | $500 |
| UNICEF | General support | $500 |
| Wilber Fire & Rescue | General support | $500 |
| Woven Charm Foundation | General support | $500 |
| Hearts United | General support | $300 |
| Capital Humane Society | General support | $250 |
| Catholic Social Services | Wrk employee philanthropic | $250 |
| Grand Island Childrens Museum | General support | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General support | $250 |
| Harvest of Books | General support | $250 |
| Heartland Big Brother Big Sister | General support | $250 |
| Nebraska Wildlife Federation | General support | $250 |
| No Footprint Too Small | General support | $250 |
| Sewing for Babies | General support | $250 |
| Taysia Blue Rescue | General support | $250 |
| University of Michigan | General support | $250 |
| Lauritzen Gardens | General support | $200 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $200 |
| Friends of Gunston Hall | General support | $100 |
| Sulgrave Manor | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jean Porter Jennings
- William D Scott
- Robert E Scott
- Robert Jennings
Questions people ask
Does Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation give?
$101,350 in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jean Porter Jennings (President), William D Scott (Vice President), Robert E Scott (Treasurer) and Robert Jennings (Secretary).
What does Kinder Porter Scott Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and education.