Joyce and VD Scott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joyce and VD Scott Foundation is a private foundation in Pennington, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,000 in 48 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$237,000
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$5.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $211,000 the year before.
25% 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 | $211,000 | 40 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $211,000 | 41 | $5.4 million |
| 2025 | $237,000 | 48 | $5.9 million |
How to apply
Joyce and VD 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 Joyce and VD Scott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 38 | $167,800 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $35,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $19,200 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $7,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $6,500 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lexington Christian Academy Inc | Unrestricted general | $20,000 |
| Careways Collaborative Inc | Unrestricted general | $15,000 |
| Wku Western Kentucky University Fdn | Unrestricted general | $13,000 |
| Presbyterian Church of Henderson | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Concord Middle School | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Alcott School PTG | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Barret Center Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Norfolk Academy | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Onton United Methodist Church | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus - St Vincent Depaul | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| St Agnes Catholic School | Unrestricted general | $8,000 |
| Larchmont United Methodist Church Fdn | Unrestricted general | $8,000 |
| Bend Gate Elementary School | Unrestricted general | $7,500 |
| Friends of Audubon Inc | Unrestricted general | $7,500 |
| Henderson Goodfellows Inc | Unrestricted general | $7,500 |
| Grace Baptist Church | Unrestricted general | $7,000 |
| Henderson Christian Community Outreach Inc | Unrestricted general | $7,000 |
| Belleview Methodist Church | Unrestricted general | $6,000 |
| Kerringtons Heart | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Immanuel Baptist Church | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Blue Grass Christian Camp | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Audubon Kids Zone Inc | Unrestricted general | $5,000 |
| Hope Heals | Unrestricted general | $4,000 |
| Henderson Area Arts Alliance Inc | Unrestricted general | $3,500 |
| The Salvation Army | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Christian Student Fellowship Univ of Kentucky | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Matthew 25 AIDS Services Inc | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Infinite Hope | Unrestricted general | $2,500 |
| Sunrise Childrens' Services | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools | Unrestricted general | $2,000 |
| New Hope Animal Rescue | Unrestricted general | $1,550 |
| Uniteus | Unrestricted general | $1,500 |
| Operation Smile Inc | Unrestricted general | $1,200 |
| Saint Martha Catholic Church | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Pleasant Valley Christian Church | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church London | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Chamber Education Fdn Inc | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Kentucky Wesleyan College | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
| Bellarmine University | Unrestricted general | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tommy Joe Fridy
- Allison Fridy Arbuckle
- Meredith Fridy Helm
- Tommie Ann Fridy McCormack
- George Emery Warren II
Questions people ask
Does Joyce and VD Scott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joyce and VD Scott Foundation give?
$237,000 in tax year 2025, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Joyce and VD Scott Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tommy Joe Fridy (Dir, Pres, Chairman), Allison Fridy Arbuckle (Dir, VP), Meredith Fridy Helm (Dir, Sec) and Tommie Ann Fridy McCormack (Dir, Asst Sec) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Joyce and VD Scott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.