Scone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Scone Foundation is a private foundation in Copake, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,150 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$130,150
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$567,745
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,100 the year before.
63% 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 | $5,000 | 2 | $615,263 |
| 2024 | $51,100 | 12 | $708,962 |
| 2025 | $130,150 | 16 | $567,745 |
How to apply
Scone 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 Scone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 11 | $99,150 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $17,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $12,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Suny Oneonta Research Foundation | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $50,000 |
| The Calder Foundation | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $25,000 |
| University of Michigan Regents | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $12,000 |
| Close Encounters With Music | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $8,000 |
| Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $6,000 |
| PS 21 Center for Contemporary Performance | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $5,500 |
| Harmony Project Hudson | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $4,000 |
| Residency Unlimited | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $3,000 |
| The Gloster Art Project | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $3,000 |
| Great Barrington Historical Society | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $3,000 |
| NYU Drama Review Fund | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $3,000 |
| The Public Concern Foundation | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $2,500 |
| Earth Justice | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $2,000 |
| Camphill Village | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $1,500 |
| Young Israel of North Woodmere | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $900 |
| Kodesh | To further the foundations charitable mission in advancing education and the arts | $750 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Cohen
- Stanley Cohen
- Monroe Price
Questions people ask
Does Scone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Scone Foundation give?
$130,150 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Scone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laura Cohen (Director), Stanley Cohen (Director) and Monroe Price (Director).
What does Scone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.