Scotford Foundation
Accepts applications
Scotford Foundation is a private foundation in Poland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $216,475 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$216,475
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2025 was up from $206,875 the year before.
27% 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 | $181,075 | 24 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $206,875 | 22 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $216,475 | 22 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John P Scotford Jr 211 South Main Street, Poland, OH 44514 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (330) 503-5526 |
| What to submit | Written request should include the purpose for which the grant will be used and a copy of the organization's IRS exemption letter |
What Scotford Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 12 | $111,975 |
| Florida | 2 | $35,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $31,000 |
| New York | 2 | $16,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Reliant Mission Inc | General support | $29,000 |
| Youngstown YMCA | General support | $25,200 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $25,000 |
| Ysu Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| American Policy Roundtable | General support | $18,000 |
| Talk Is Cheap Inc | General support | $17,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | General support | $15,000 |
| The Spence School | General support | $15,000 |
| Town One Range One | General support | $10,000 |
| Cru | General support | $6,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc | General support | $5,000 |
| Celebrate Poland | General support | $5,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope for Renewal | General support | $5,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | General support | $5,000 |
| Poland All Sports Boosters | General support | $5,000 |
| L'abri Fellowship Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Dancing Dreams | General support | $1,000 |
| Indo Jax Surf Charities | General support | $1,000 |
| Poland Junior Women's Club | General support | $1,000 |
| Poland Boys Basketball Club | General support | $400 |
| Poland Comm Baseball Assoc | General support | $375 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Scotford Jr
- Stephen L Scotford
- Laura L Scotford
Questions people ask
Does Scotford Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Scotford Foundation give?
$216,475 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Scotford Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John P Scotford Jr (Trustee), Stephen L Scotford (Trustee) and Laura L Scotford (Trustee).
What does Scotford Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.