The Joseph J Scott Foundation
The Joseph J Scott Foundation is a private foundation based in Casper, Wyoming. In its 2024 filing, it reported grants to charitable organizations, with nearly all grant dollars going to recipients in Wyoming.
The Joseph J Scott Foundation at a glance
In short: The Joseph J Scott Foundation gave $362K across 12 grants in 2024 (avg $30K), mostly in Wyoming. 33% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $362,000
- +56.4% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 12
- -14.3% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $30,167
- +82.5% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $4,439,337
- -2.8% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (4 of 12, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Wyoming (99% 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 The Joseph J Scott Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. It states that no formal form is required; an application should state the purpose and amount requested and include verification of 501(c)(3) status. Requests must come from a 501(c)(3) organization, and funds must be used in accordance with exempt purposes.
- Review Cycle
- No submission deadlines.
- Deadline
- No submission deadlines.
- Contact
Mailing address: 300 North Forest Dr Suite 600, Casper, WY 82609
Phone: (307) 577-4040
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Joseph J Scott Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Saint Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic S ($110K). Together the top 10 received $357K.
Grant Size Distribution
61 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 48 grants of 61 (79%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Wyoming and 1% to recipients in Missouri. The listed grants included recipients in Casper and other Wyoming communities, as well as one recipient in Kansas City, Missouri.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 12 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Joseph J Scott Foundation open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 4 of 12 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. With only 12 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 8 points. First grants averaged $42K; repeat grants $24K. How we count
Medians: $33K first-time, $8K repeat.
- 67% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving grew 86% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 113% 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 $195K (2021) to $362K (2024). In 2024 it made 12 grants totaling $362K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic S Casper, WY | Educational Grant | $110,000 |
| The Vine Foundation Casper, WY | Amazing Paraish Scholarships | $100,000 |
| YMCA of Natrona County Casper, WY | Phase Two Building Project | $50,000 |
| 12-24 Club Inc Casper, WY | Operating Expenses | $50,000 |
| Sheridan County School District Ranchester, WY | Preschool Program | $15,000 |
| Two Fly Foundation Inc Casper, WY | Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| Climb Wyoming Cheyenne, WY | General Support-Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christain Athletes Kansas City, MO | FCA Fundraiser | $5,000 |
| Kaycee Senior Housing Kaycee, WY | General & Unstricted | $3,500 |
| Laramie American Legion Baseball Larame, WY | General Support | $3,500 |
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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 | $4,439,337 | $315,219 | $435,846 | $362,000 | 12 | $362,000 | $220,043 | $320,019 |
| 2023 | $4,565,504 | $138,677 | $290,751 | $231,400 | 14 | $231,400 | $157,557 | — |
| 2022 | $4,744,139 | $1,186,788 | $373,759 | $312,000 | 15 | $312,000 | $123,189 | $271,689 |
| 2021 | $3,941,578 | $438,490 | $256,936 | $194,500 | 10 | $194,500 | $228,694 | $297,439 |
| 2020 | $3,762,427 | $344,329 | $328,533 | $273,500 | 10 | — | $113,595 | $248,851 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Joseph J Scott Foundation reported a distributable amount of $320K 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 own mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for education and scholarships, a building project, operating expenses, a preschool program, and general support.
Grantee missions illustrate the kinds of organizations it supported. 12-24 Club Inc. describes its mission as providing a meeting place and support for people recovering from alcohol and drug addictions. Two Fly Foundation Inc. says it promotes corporate philanthropy within the oil and gas industry for the benefit of Wyoming charities. Casper College Foundation says it provides a legal nonprofit corporation through which benefactors can support Casper College.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation gave $362,000 through 12 grants. Grants ranged from $2,500 to $110,000, with a median of $10,000. Notable recipients included Saint Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic S ($110,000 for an educational grant), The Vine Foundation ($100,000 for scholarships), YMCA of Natrona County ($50,000 for a building project), and 12-24 Club Inc. ($50,000 for operating expenses).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Joseph J Scott as president/director, Cordell Fonnesbeck as vice president/director, and Mark Petrie as vice president/director.
The Joseph J Scott Foundation is led by Joseph J. Scott, President & Director on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Joseph J. Scott
President & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Cordell Fonnesbeck
V.p. & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mark Petrie
Vice President & Director
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
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.
Frequently asked questions about The Joseph J Scott Foundation
How much does The Joseph J Scott Foundation give each year?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation gave $362K across 12 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $231K across 14 grants.
What is The Joseph J Scott Foundation's typical grant size?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $30,167, across 12 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Joseph J Scott Foundation that year got $42K on average.
Where does The Joseph J Scott Foundation give grants?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation gives mostly in Wyoming: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Casper, WY (7 grants).
Does The Joseph J Scott Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 42% of The Joseph J Scott Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (5 of 12) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Joseph J Scott Foundation's largest grantees?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Saint Anthony Tri-Parish Catholic S ($110,000), The Vine Foundation ($100,000) and YMCA of Natrona County ($50,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 72% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Joseph J Scott Foundation?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation reported $4.4M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $362K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $320K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Joseph J Scott Foundation fund?
The foundation’s own mission is not stated in the available information. Its 2024 grants included support for education and scholarships, a building project, operating expenses, a preschool program, and general support. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Joseph J Scott Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Joseph J Scott Foundation's EIN?
The Joseph J Scott Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-3374979. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Does The Joseph J Scott Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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