Scaife Family Foundation
The Scaife Family Foundation is a private foundation based in West Palm Beach, Florida. It supports nonprofit programs focused on women’s and children’s health, safety, and welfare; addiction prevention and intervention; and animal welfare and beneficial interactions between humans and animals.
Scaife Family Foundation at a glance
In short: Scaife Family Foundation gave $7.8M across 79 grants in 2024 (avg $99K), top state Pennsylvania. 0% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $7,840,025
- +14.3% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 79
- -2.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $99,241
- +17.2% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $50,000
- Total assets
- $104,530,718
- +8.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 73, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (47% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Scaife Family Foundation
- How to Apply
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The Foundation’s website provides a proposal process for complete grant packages. Applicants should submit a dated, signed proposal letter on organizational letterhead stating the purpose, requested amount, planned use of funds, and whether they seek operating or program support. The package should include the organization’s history and mission, current IRS 501(c)(3) determination, operating budget and applicable program budget, most recently filed IRS Form 990 signed by an officer or authorized representative, current board list, and latest complete independent audited financial statement and annual report—or an explanation of when those reports will be available. Incomplete packages may be delayed, and additional documents may be requested. Letters of intent, event sponsorship or endorsement requests, and requests from individuals are not processed. Event sponsorships and endorsements, capital campaigns and renovations, individuals, and government agencies are typically declined.
- Review Cycle
- Complete proposals received before February 1 receive priority processing for the Annual Spring Board Meeting; those received before August 1 receive priority processing for the Regular Fall Board Meeting.
- Deadline
- Complete proposals received before February 1 receive priority processing for the Annual Spring Board Meeting; those…
- Contact
Application contact: Scaife Family Foundation
Mailing address: 777 South Flagler Drive Suite 909, East Tower, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Phone: (561) 659-1188
Website: https://scaifefamily.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Scaife Family Foundation
Who Scaife Family Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation ($3.0M across 3 grants). Together the top 10 received $5.2M.
Grant Size Distribution
385 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 218 grants of 385 (57%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation states that its service area is not limited to a single U.S. geographic area and that it historically considers South Florida and Western Pennsylvania first. In 2024, 47% of grant dollars went to Pennsylvania recipients and 36% to Florida recipients; Minnesota received 5%, New York 4%, and Ohio 2%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 79 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Scaife Family Foundation open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 0 of 73 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. How we count
- 88% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 58% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 107% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $3.7M (2020) to $7.8M (2024). In 2024 it made 79 grants totaling $7.8M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | Wraparound Services | $1,500,000 |
| Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | Cares Program | $800,000 |
| Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation Pittsburgh, PA | Birth Doulas | $700,000 |
| 211 Palm Beach Treasure Coast Inc Lantana, FL | Program Support | $385,000 |
| American Red Cross Miami, FL | Program Support | $250,000 |
| Puppies Behind Bars New York, NY | Program Support | $250,000 |
| Restoration Bridge International Lake Worth, FL | Program Support | $194,000 |
| Make-a-Wish Foundation of Greater Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh, PA | Program Support | $175,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League West Palm Beach, FL | Operating Support | $150,000 |
| Orlando Health Foundation Orlando, FL | Program Support | $137,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $104,530,718 | $17,845,279 | $8,936,567 | $7,840,025 | 79 | $8,454,665 | $10,759,805 | $7,898,798 |
| 2023 | $96,340,003 | $7,051,811 | $8,081,030 | $6,857,675 | 81 | $7,537,675 | $6,632,165 | $7,014,000 |
| 2022 | $101,900,286 | $32,296,009 | $8,093,580 | $7,124,408 | 76 | $7,775,958 | $3,739,191 | $6,387,469 |
| 2021 | $77,689,936 | $6,870,033 | $6,115,675 | $4,975,987 | 79 | $5,679,108 | $6,281,099 | $6,104,188 |
| 2020 | $76,714,137 | $5,112,838 | $4,899,508 | $3,699,662 | 70 | — | $4,501,615 | $5,054,372 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Scaife Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $7.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s stated mission is to support and develop programs that demonstrate the beneficial interaction between humans and animals, advance early intervention and prevention related to drug and alcohol addiction, and address women’s and children’s health and welfare.
Its website describes support for organizations addressing violence and abuse, addiction prevention, intervention, treatment and recovery, animal welfare, service-dog training, and therapeutic human-animal interactions. Examples of grantees’ work include Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation, whose mission includes advancing research and improving health for women and infants; Puppies Behind Bars, which trains incarcerated people to raise service dogs and other working dogs; and Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, which provides services and works to end domestic and dating violence.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation reported 79 grants totaling $7,840,025. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $1,500,000, with a median grant of $50,000. It offers general operating and program support.
Among its largest 2024 grants were three to Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation in Pittsburgh: $1,500,000 for wraparound services, $800,000 for its CARES program, and $700,000 for birth doulas. Other notable awards included $385,000 to 211 Palm Beach Treasure Coast for program support; $250,000 each to the American Red Cross in Miami and Puppies Behind Bars in New York for program support; and $150,000 in operating support to Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League in West Palm Beach.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists David Zywiec as president, chairman, director, and treasurer; Heather N. Zywiec as secretary; and Joshua I. Armstrong, Laurie Moritz, and Elvasio Vaccaro as directors.
Scaife Family Foundation is led by David Zywiec, President, Chairman, Director & Treasurer since 2022 (on filings since 2020); all 5 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
David Zywiec
President, Chairman, Director & Treasurer
President → President, Chairman, Director & Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$233K (2020) → $173K (2024)
Elvasio Vaccaro
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $16K (2024)
Joshua I. Armstrong
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $16K (2024)
Laurie Moritz
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
$10K (2020) → $16K (2024)
Heather N. Zywiec
Secretary
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$43K (2021) → $66K (2024)
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $173K, to David Zywiec (President, Chairman, Director, Treas.). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Scaife Family Foundation
How much does Scaife Family Foundation give each year?
Scaife Family Foundation gave $7.8M across 79 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $6.9M across 81 grants.
What is Scaife Family Foundation's typical grant size?
Scaife Family Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $50,000, and its average grant was $99,241, across 79 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Scaife Family Foundation give grants?
Scaife Family Foundation's top state is Pennsylvania, with 47% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were Florida (36%) and Minnesota (5%). The most frequent recipient cities were West Palm Beach, FL (13 grants), Pittsburgh, PA (6 grants), Center City, MN (4 grants) and Lake Worth, FL (4 grants).
Does Scaife Family Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 33% of Scaife Family Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (26 of 79) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Recurring purposes include "Program Support" (41 grants).
Who are Scaife Family Foundation's largest grantees?
Scaife Family Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Magee-Womens Research Institute and Foundation ($3,000,000 across 3 grants), Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation ($400,000 across 4 grants) and 211 Palm Beach Treasure Coast Inc ($385,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 48% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Scaife Family Foundation?
Scaife Family Foundation reported $104.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $8.5M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $7.9M (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does Scaife Family Foundation fund?
The Foundation’s stated mission is to support and develop programs that demonstrate the beneficial interaction between humans and animals, advance early intervention and prevention related to drug and alcohol addiction, and address women’s and children’s health and welfare. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Scaife Family Foundation?
The Foundation’s website provides a proposal process for complete grant packages. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Scaife Family Foundation's EIN?
Scaife Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-1427015. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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