The Scioto Foundation
Portsmouth, Ohio · EIN 510157026 · Private foundation
The Scioto Foundation is a private foundation based in Portsmouth, Ohio. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.3M in grants paid and $49.5M in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 230 individual grants from this funder — $96.4M awarded across 2017–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Scioto Foundation funds
The Scioto Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, faith-based (christian), health care, higher education, k-12 education.
Populations it has supported include families, veterans.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Ohio Museum To further the exempt purpose of the organization | Portsmouth, OH | $27.9M | 2024 |
| Shawnee State University To further the exempt purpose of the organization | Portsmouth, OH | $24.8M | 2024 |
| Sciotoville Christian Church To further the exempt purpose of the organization | Sciotoville, OH | $4.4M | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Scioto Foundation
The Scioto Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at sciotofoundation.org.
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Frequently asked questions about The Scioto Foundation
- Does The Scioto Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Scioto Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Scioto Foundation fund?
- The Scioto Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Southern Ohio Museum, Shawnee State University, Sciotoville Christian Church. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Scioto Foundation give in grants?
- The Scioto Foundation reported $1.3M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $96.4M over 230 grants.
- Where is The Scioto Foundation located?
- The Scioto Foundation is based in Portsmouth, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 510157026.
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