The Scholl Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Scholl Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Montclair, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,787 in 77 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $10,000. 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$56,787
- Number of grants77
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,416 the year before.
22% 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 | $51,410 | 96 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $51,416 | 82 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $56,787 | 77 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
The Scholl Family Foundation Inc 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 Scholl Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 30 | $26,270 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $10,447 |
| New Jersey | 16 | $8,600 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $3,300 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $1,730 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,290 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 5 | $970 |
| Maryland | 1 | $900 |
| Alabama | 1 | $800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Teachers College | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Paypal Giving Fund | Unrestricted grant | $8,837 |
| Montclair State University Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $4,000 |
| Wesleyan University Giving | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Brennan Center for Justice | Unrestricted grant | $2,250 |
| City Meals on Wheels | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Wfuv | Unrestricted grant | $1,800 |
| Give Butter | Unrestricted grant | $1,290 |
| The Public Theatre | Unrestricted grant | $1,200 |
| Columbia University | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Association to Preserve Cape Cod | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Earth Justice | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Human Needs Food Pantry | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Lenox Hill Neighborhood House | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Toni's Kitchen | Unrestricted grant | $1,000 |
| Hias | Unrestricted grant | $900 |
| Pro Publica | Unrestricted grant | $800 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Unrestricted grant | $800 |
| The Texas Tribune | Unrestricted grant | $550 |
| American Kidney Fund | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Literacy Inc | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Marc Lustgarten Foundaton | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| YMCA of Montclair | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Medicin San Frontiers | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Montclair Community Farms Association | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Mother Jones | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Natural Resources Defense Council | Unrestricted grant | $500 |
| Animal Haven | Unrestricted grant | $375 |
| Baruch College Fund | Unrestricted grant | $360 |
| Monties Baseball Club | Unrestricted grant | $310 |
| Partners in Health | Unrestricted grant | $300 |
| Sandy Hook Promise | Unrestricted grant | $300 |
| Trace Media Inc | Unrestricted grant | $300 |
| Evidence Action | Unrestricted grant | $260 |
| American Red Cross | Unrestricted grant | $250 |
| Community Foodbank of NJ | Unrestricted grant | $250 |
| Jazz at Lincoln Center | Unrestricted grant | $250 |
| Met Opera (Radio) | Unrestricted grant | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger Scholl
- Eric Scholl
Questions people ask
Does The Scholl Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Scholl Family Foundation Inc give?
$56,787 in tax year 2025, across 77 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs The Scholl Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Roger Scholl (Director) and Eric Scholl (Director).
What does The Scholl Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and arts and culture.