Scott Cares Foundation
Accepts applications
Scott Cares Foundation is a private foundation in Lynchburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,150 in 54 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$77,150
- Number of grants54
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$271,518
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2025 was down from $116,250 the year before.
74% 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 | $128,502 | 62 | $161,409 |
| 2024 | $116,250 | 62 | $185,194 |
| 2025 | $77,150 | 54 | $271,518 |
How to apply
| Contact | Grant Requests Are Submitted Intern An Internal Intranet Site 1301 Old, Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (434) 832-2100, scottcares@scottins.com |
| Restrictions | Requests from organizations that do not fall under one of the three pillars will not be considered. See statement for additional information. The board will vote on all grants above $1,500. Grants under $1,500 will be approved by the the majority of the officers of the foundation. The foundation will keep individual records of all organizations that receive grants from the foundation via accounting software. The budget will be reviewed and approved annually by the board. |
What Scott Cares Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 28 | $43,200 |
| North Carolina | 14 | $16,200 |
| Tennessee | 5 | $6,750 |
| New York | 2 | $3,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Caritas | Donation | $4,000 |
| United Way of Greater Greensboro | Donation | $4,000 |
| Family Services of Roanoke Valley | Donation | $2,500 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | Donation | $2,500 |
| High Hopes Development Center | Donation | $2,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Central Virginia Inc | Donation | $2,500 |
| Blood Cancer United | Donation | $2,500 |
| Neighbor to Neighbor | Donation | $2,500 |
| Red Truck Ministry | Donation | $2,500 |
| Richmond SPCA | Donation | $2,500 |
| Trosa Turkey Trot | Donation | $2,500 |
| Casa | Donation | $2,000 |
| Henrico Firefighter Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| Hospice of the Piedmont | Donation | $2,000 |
| Lifewise Academy | Donation | $2,000 |
| Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $2,000 |
| The Willow Collaborative | Donation | $2,000 |
| Dress for Success Triangle NC | Donation | $1,500 |
| Headzup Solutions Inc | Donation | $1,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Donation | $1,500 |
| Youthbuild | Donation | $1,500 |
| The Pregnancy Network | Donation | $1,500 |
| Children's Home Society of North Carolina | Donation | $1,200 |
| Triad Honor Flight | Donation | $1,200 |
| Acim | Donation | $1,000 |
| Agape Center Lynchburg | Donation | $1,000 |
| Carolina Breast Friends | Donation | $1,000 |
| 127 Place | Donation | $1,000 |
| Dilworth Soup Kitchen | Donation | $1,000 |
| Casa Central Virginia | Donation | $1,000 |
| Fanconi Cancer Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| First Tee Central Carolina | Donation | $1,000 |
| Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia | Donation | $1,000 |
| First Foundations Inc | Donation | $1,000 |
| Julie Valentine Center | Donation | $1,000 |
| Lynchburg Morning Rotary Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Make A Wish Eastern NC | Donation | $1,000 |
| Pretty in Pink Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Rush Homes | Donation | $1,000 |
| St Thomas Episcopal Church Food Pantry | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Josh Phillips
- Rebecca Colyer
- Christine Carey
- Rob Dicosola
- Mike Norris
- Lisa Cunningham
- Bonnie Gumpman
- Brett Crisp
- David Plunkett
Questions people ask
Does Scott Cares Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Scott Cares Foundation give?
$77,150 in tax year 2025, across 54 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Scott Cares Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Josh Phillips (Treasurer), Rebecca Colyer (Secretary), Christine Carey (President) and Rob Dicosola (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Scott Cares Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and faith communities.