The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation is a private foundation in Mineola, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $126,650 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $27,700. 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$126,650
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$27,700
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $104,591 the year before.
31% 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 | $70,000 | 12 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $104,591 | 19 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $126,650 | 16 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust 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 The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $15,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $79,150 |
| Indiana | 2 | $17,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $4,500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary's High School | Charitable purposes of the organization | $27,700 |
| Munxar Parish Church | Charitable purposes of the organization | $15,000 |
| St Mary's Church | Charitable purposes of the catholic church | $11,450 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable purposes of the organization | $10,000 |
| Notre Dame Edward Frederick Sorin Society | Charitable purposes of the organization | $10,000 |
| Congregation of Holy Cross | Charitable missions of the catholic church | $7,500 |
| Congregation of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| De la Salle School | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| Dominican Sisters | Charitable purposes of the catholic church | $5,000 |
| Grace Academy | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| Siena College | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| St John's University School of Law | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| St John's University | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| The New York Foundling | Charitable purposes of the organization | $5,000 |
| Covenant School | Charitable purposes of the organization | $4,500 |
| Life Rolls on Foundation | Charitable purposes of the organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shawn P Kelly
Questions people ask
Does The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation give?
$126,650 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shawn P Kelly (Trustee).
What does The John H and Dorothy M Scully Trust Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.