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The William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Nebraska, Minnesota, and Illinois. With a total of $570K in grants paid to 148 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Support both the Omaha Community Foundation's and the Nebraska Children and Families Foundation's missions.
Cause Areas
1
Philanthropy
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA FOUNDATION
$16.6M
18%
NEBRASKA CHILDREN & FAMILIES FOUNDATION
$9.5M
10%

PROJECT HARMONY
$3.4M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
8
Median 1st year grant
$50K
Median 2nd year grant
$52.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation?
No. William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation give?
William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Nebraska, Minnesota, and Illinois. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $50 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation make each year?
In 2024, William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $570 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA FOUNDATION , NEBRASKA CHILDREN & FAMILIES FOUNDATION, and PROJECT HARMONY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation?
William and Ruth Scott Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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