The Louis L Stott Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Louis L Stott Foundation is a private foundation in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $149,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $4,500 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$149,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$4,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was down from $227,000 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $227,000 | 10 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $149,000 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Louis L Stott 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 Louis L Stott Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $50,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 5 | $19,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine Aid International Inc | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Opera Delaware | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Tides Foundation-Baraka Fund | Unrestricted | $30,000 |
| International Skiing History Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Soaring Society America | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| United Way of Southern Chester County | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Kennett Area Community Service | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Domestic Violence Center of Chester County | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Chester County Food Bank | Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| New Garden Flying Field | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward B Stott
- Kristine Stott
- Benjamin W Stott
Questions people ask
Does The Louis L Stott Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Louis L Stott Foundation give?
$149,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $4,500.
Who runs The Louis L Stott Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward B Stott (Co-Trustee), Kristine Stott (Co-Trustee) and Benjamin W Stott (Co-Trustee).
What does The Louis L Stott Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, arts and culture and human services.